Ravana

As he went on, delighted, with Janaka’s daughter placed upon his lap, the radiant vulture-king Jatāyu sprang up, chased Rāvaṇa, blocked his path, and spoke these words.

O Sītā, I am Rāvaṇa by name—the lord of the rākṣasa hosts—by whom the worlds, together with gods, asuras, and serpents, are struck with fear.

When that weapon was repelled, Rāvaṇa—the lord of the rākṣasas—doubled his wrath, and in anger prepared yet another missile.

Vidyutkaiśa, Taḍijjihva, and Rāvaṇa of great strength; and Kumbhakarṇa, hard to overpower; Vegadarśī, possessed of splendor and prowess.

In Śani’s region, at midnight, at the confluence of land and ocean, Rāvaṇa worships a liṅga made of jāti-wood, chanting the name ‘Sudurjaya’ (the Unconquerable).

Even Viṣṇu—after slaying Rāvaṇa in battle—established the Rāmeśvara liṅga on the shore of the ocean. Was that done in vain?

Ravana reflected in his heart: "The demons have been slaughtered, and I am alone while the monkeys and bears are many. I must now work illusions beyond measure."

At once bowing their heads at Lakshmana's feet, the messengers set out, recounting the tale of his virtues. Singing the glory of Rama, they came to Lanka, and bowed their heads at Ravana's feet. Ravana laughed and asked for news: "Tell me…

Malyavanta, a very wise minister, heard Vibhishana's words and was greatly pleased. He said, "My son, your younger brother is an ornament of right conduct. Take to heart what Vibhishana says." Ravana answered, "These two wretches keep…

Mārkaṇḍeya said: Then Mārīca, alarmed on seeing Rāvaṇa arrive, honoured him with formal courtesies, offering fruits, roots, and the like.

Sītā was being attended by rākṣasī women, seated upon a stone surface; Rāvaṇa, afflicted by desire, saw her and moved closer.

From Puṣpotkaṭā were born two sons, lords among the rākṣasas—Kumbhakarṇa and Daśagrīva—unmatched on earth in physical power.