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Most thoughts only happen for an instant, and they aren’t very vivid. It might just be a flash of an image, or an indistinct feeling of something happening elsewhere. By the time you say the label, it will probably have dissipated or turned to something else. It takes only a few seconds to note a thought like this.
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SUNDARKAND
The Sundarkand is considered the essence of faith and self-confidence, as it reveals the immense power, courage, and unparalleled devotion of Lord Hanuman towards Lord Ram. One of Lord Hanuman’s countless names is ‘Sundar,’ and this chapter is named so because it beautifully describes his miraculous feats.
The Sundarkand sings the glory of Lord Hanuman’s life and imparts the invaluable lessons of faith and self-confidence to humanity. It is Lord Hanuman’s unwavering faith in Lord Ram that empowers him. His unwavering trust in Lord Ram is his inner strength, and his devotion to Lord Ram is his total surrender. These three qualities together establish him as the greatest warrior of the Ramayana and the eternal devotee of Lord Ram.
The Sundarkand carries the message of the victory of righteousness and the destruction of unrighteousness. By following the path of dharma (righteousness), even the impossible becomes possible. Lord Hanuman’s enormous leap over the ocean symbolizes that with faith, any obstacle can be overcome. His courage and actions demonstrate that faith in Lord Ram is the source of his power. Lord Ram follows dharma, and as his follower, Lord Hanuman’s unwavering faith in his Lord and his qualities empowers him to accomplish extraordinary feats.
The Sundarkand teaches us that every problem has a solution; all it requires is self-confidence & patience. Even in the most challenging circumstances, Lord Hanuman teaches us not to lose hope & to maintain peace. When searching for Mother Sita across the entire Lanka and momentarily doubting whether she was still alive, he does not succumb to despair. With inner strength and determination, he sets aside his doubts and continues his search, ultimately succeeding.
After meeting Mata Sita, Lord Hanuman’s perspective shifts. With her blessing, his energy doubles & he single-handedly sets Lanka on fire, destroying the unrighteousness there. This act of Lord Hanuman teaches us that with true faith and devotion to God, we can overcome any difficulty.
When Lord Hanuman stands before Ravana, his immense courage and fearlessness are evident. One who walks the path of truth fears no one. Just as Ravana is terrified of Lord Ram, he is equally afraid of Lord Hanuman. Lord Hanuman not only instills fear in Ravana but also burns Lanka, proving the supreme power of Lord Ram. Completing all tasks successfully, he returns to Lord Ram and surrenders himself at His divine feet forever.
The Sundarkand highlights the divine relationship between Lord Ram and Lord Hanuman. Their humility makes them supreme—Lord Ram as God and Lord Hanuman as His eternal devotee.
The Sundarkand is glorifying the devotion, power, and virtues of Lord Hanuman. Through its sacred recitation, all obstacles are dispelled, and health, happiness, peace, and prosperity are attained. Lord Hanuman teaches humanity this profound lesson: with faith, self-confidence naturally follows, and with self-confidence, success is never out of reach.
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