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| Vibhishana's Introduction |
Vibhishana was the younger brother of the demon king Ravana. Despite being born in a demon family, Vibhishana was of a noble character and was a devout follower of Lord Rama. He was against the abduction of Sita and advised Ravana to return her to Rama. However, Ravana did not heed his advice and Vibhishana left Lanka to join Rama's army.
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| Vibhishana's Surrender to Rama |
Vibhishana, after being rejected by his brother Ravana, surrendered to Rama. Despite the suspicion of some members of Rama's army, Rama accepted Vibhishana's surrender, stating that it is a duty to protect those who seek refuge. This event is often cited as a classic example of Rama's compassion and justice.
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| Vibhishana's Role in the War |
Vibhishana played a crucial role in the war against Ravana. He provided valuable information about Ravana's army and their strategies. He also identified the real Ravana when the demon king used his magical powers to create many illusions of himself during the battle.
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| Vibhishana's Coronation |
After the death of Ravana, Rama crowned Vibhishana as the king of Lanka. Rama wanted to ensure that Lanka was ruled by a just and noble king. Despite his demon lineage, Vibhishana proved to be a wise and just ruler, loved and respected by his subjects.
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