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"O hero, your determination and sterling prowess, coupled with Sugriva's words, tell Me certainly of success." (Lord Rama speaking to Hanuman, Valmiki Ramayana, Kishkindha Kand, 44.14)

Trusting Hanuman is a collection of seventeen essays discussing the verses in the Ramayana where Sugriva and Lord Rama go over Hanuman's capabilities with respect to finding the missing princess Sita Devi.

"Even a decision made after carefully considering what should be done and what shouldn't doesn't come out successful (when undertaken by a careless messenger). Messengers who think themselves learned (but act carelessly) kill all chances for success in the mission." (Hanuman, Valmiki Ramayana, Sundara Kand, 2.40)

"Hanuman Entering Lanka" is a collection of thirty essays discussing the verses in the Ramayana which describe Hanuman's initial entry into the city of Lanka to look for Sita Devi, the princess of Videha.

"Is Lord Krishna really blue, Is He not the god for only the Hindus? Why in His hands does Krishna carry around a flute, And why the flowers and peacock feather to boot? Some say that Krishna is God while others say Vishnu, Please explain these to me, for to Hinduism I am new. Honor the carved statues of Krishna, do many take the privilege, Trusting the Vedas, is not the worship of idols pure sacrilege? Lord Chaitanya, who is He and what did He do? Preach to men did He, but why not to women too? How do I find balance between material and spiritual life? Must I quit my job, renounce my...

"O Sita, those munis, who have taken to strict vows, living aggrieved in Dandaka-aranya have personally approached Me, who am a protector of the surrendered, and sought refuge." (Lord Rama speaking to Sita Devi, Valmiki Ramayana, Aranya-kanda, 10.4)

The sages residing in the Dandaka forest were being harassed daily by the ogres ranging the night, those demons intent on thwarting the peaceful religious activities of the rishis given to asceticism and penance. Understanding that their only chance at safety and peace lay in the hands of the divine prince of Ayodhya, Shri Rama, the sages...

"This is Sita, who is firmly dedicated to her husband and is the daughter of the great soul Janaka, who is the King of Mithila and strictly adherent to religious principles." (Hanuman, Valmiki Ramayana, Sundara Kand, 16.15)

From Hanuman's words get a feel, For Sita, character from Ramayana real. Not a figment of the imagination, Or aspect of body representation. By relationship to father Janaka she is identified, With respect for dharma over kingdom he did preside. Also known as Shri Rama's beloved wife, Service to Him her dharma in life. From the speculating cheaters stay away, And...

Of marriage of Sita, Rama 's most dear, Did Anasuya, sage's wife, want to hear. Already knew of story, such was its fame, Yet still wanted Sita in her own way to explain. Her response in Ramayana can be found, In short verses whose lessons are profound. From Sita learn the proper duties of wife, Of husband too, how to fulfill meaning of life. Become familiar with God and His nature, How He comes to earth for our sadness to cure. More than anything delight in the hallowed company, Of Sita and Rama, their wedding let the mind see. From that constant vision much pleasure you'll get, A heart...

If you are like most people, you want to achieve things during your time on earth. Like many of us, you may find your hopes to achieve your goals stifled by burdens, some of your own making and some not. Does this mean your hoped-for dreams of achievements are dashed?

According to author Rev. Mary Mercy's book, God Is Turning Your Miseries to Missiles: Your Tears into Joy, it absolutely does not. She shares her beliefs and faith to show how God uses what may seem like burdens to defeat the Enemy-Satan. Regardless of your religious background, her stories will stir you to...