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VIBHEESHANA
Introduction

Devotee of Sri Rama and younger brother of the valiant Ravana, king of Lanka. He had great affection and respect for his elder brother. But when Ravana sethimself on an evil course, Vibheeshana boldly protested and tendered proper advice. When no alternative was left, he went
away from Lanka, surrendered himself to e virtuous Sri Rama and helped him in the battle against Ravana. Vibheeshana thus lived a life of unswerving piety and righteousness.

Author - B.S.Panduranga Rao

Vibheeshana

Among the devotees of Sri Rama who helped him, Hanumanta and Vibheeshana are well known. The message of Sitadevi was conveyed to Sri Rama by Hanumanta. Vibheeshana went to Sri Rama's aid in his fight with Ravana. Hanumanta and Vibhee- shana are among the seven immortals of
Hindu mythology.

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About Vibheshana
You are Here! Introduction
Ravana's Brother
Penance By Ravana, Kumbhakarna
Vibheeshana Too Gets A Boon
Ravana - King Of  Lanka
Hanumanta Goes To Lanka
"Brother, This Is Not Statecraft"
Consultations
"But Think, My Brethren"
When The Brother Is Unjust
Vibheeshana's Advice Rejected
Kumbhakarna
Wisdom Is Curbed
The Bond Is Sundered
Supplication To Sri Rama
Vibheeshana's Honesty

Invaluable Help To Rama
Vibheeshana's Patriotism
Brother's Love
The Virtuous, The Best Of Devotees