more-inSastras advise that only through renouncing worldly comforts, enjoyments and attractions can one tread the path to salvation. An austere way of life helps to consolidate spiritual power in an individual in many subtle ways, pointed out Sri M.V. She even goes on to advise Ravana to hand her back to Rama and save himself, his people and kingdom. It is the same power of Sita’s chastity that has a beneficial effect when Hanuman’s tail is set afire. The fire on his tail remains cool while it burns the city of Lanka.

Source: The Hindu December 28, 2017 14:48 UTC