In Part Two, Chapter 2 of Losing My Religion, Jeremy and Latha bring listeners back to Ayodhya, where devastation and sorrow grip the city in the aftermath of Rama's departure. As Sumantra returns with the empty chariot, the citizens of Ayodhya are overwhelmed by grief, lamenting the loss of their beloved prince. Jeremy and Latha vividly describe the heart-wrenching scenes as the people cry out for Rama, their anguish palpable.
Inside the palace, King Dasharatha is consumed by sorrow, unable to bear the separation from his son. His grief is compounded as he recalls a tragic incident from his youth—a mistake that led to a sage's curse, now seemingly fulfilled. Dasharatha's pain reaches its peak, and despite the efforts of Queen Kaushalya to comfort him, the king's heart cannot withstand the burden of his remorse and longing for Rama.
This chapter is a powerful depiction of the deep love between a father and his son, and the far-reaching consequences of decisions made under pressure. Jeremy and Latha guide listeners through the poignant story of King Dasharatha's final moments, illustrating the profound impact of Rama's exile on both the royal family and the people of Ayodhya. Settle in as Jeremy and Latha unfold the story of a kingdom in mourning—it's storytime like you've never heard before!

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