Sadharma Charini

<p>In this book we highlight Sita Devi as a sadharma-charini or partner in religious duties referencing a key quote from the Valmiki Ramayana where Rama praises her devotion. Through various narratives from the Ramayana and Bhagavad-gita we discuss the nature of dharma (righteousness) the superiority of spiritual over material charity and the qualities of a devoted wife like Sita who supports her husband in his duties. Furthermore we explore the divinity and ideal characteristics of Rama such as His strength kindness and role as the perfect husband contrasting spiritual life with the transient nature of the material world characterized by karma and gunas.</p>