Sita: A Tale of Ancient Love

The vibration of the sacred sound of her beloved's name 'Ram' filled her mind as it emanated from the tiny Vanara. 'His being is filled with Rama' she pondered 'but does he know me?' . Sita the beloved princess of Mithila is one of the most revered women in Indian history; so well known yet probably the least understood. At every crossroad of her life she chose acceptance and grace over self-pity. Her life was filled with sacrifice yet wherever she was there was abundance. It was as if she was carved out of an intense longing for Rama yet she had infinite patience. In every situation she reflected his light and he reflected her love. . In her we find someone who is so divine yet so human. . In this poignant narration Bhanumathi shows us the world through the eyes of Sita. We think what Sita thinks we feel what she feels and for these few special moments we become a part of her. And perhaps through this perspective and Sita's immortal story we will discover the true strength of a woman.