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Hanuman and the Magical Herb

How Hanuman Lifted the Sanjeevani Parvat (Mountain)

When Lakshman gets injured in a fight with Meghanada, see what Hanuman does next..

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The Brave Search Begins

Once upon a time, in the great battle of Ramayana, Lakshmana was hurt very badly while fighting Meghnada (also known as Indrajit). Meghnada was the son of Ravana and had used a powerful weapon on him called the Shakti Baan. Everyone was very worried to see Lakshmana was lie still on the ground. He was taken away from the battlefield and a sage with medicinal knowledge was called.

The sage looked at Lakshmana worryingly and said, "His situation is not looking good. To save Lakshmana, we need a magical herb called Sanjeevani Buti. But it's difficult to get here. It grows on a special mountain called Sanjeevani Parvat! (located in modern-day Dronagiri in the Himalayan mountains)"

Hearing this, the mighty monkey warrior Hanuman stood up. "Don't worry! I will find the Sanjeevani Buti and bring it to you!" he said with shining eyes.
Standing atop the Gandhamadan mountain, he flew into the sky with a giant leap, as fast as a lightning bolt, heading towards the north where the Himalayas stood tall and snowy.
The Brave Search Begins
Indrajit strikes Lakshmana with the Shakti Baan weapon

A Mountain Full of Mystery

Hanuman flew over rivers, forests, and tall mountains until he reached Sanjeevani mountain. It was a beautiful place full of glowing, magical herbs. But there was a little problem — Hanuman didn't know which herb was the Sanjeevani Buti!

He looked around and thought, "All these plants look magical! How will I know which one is the right one?"

Not wanting to waste time, Hanuman had a big idea: "If I can't find the herb, I'll bring the whole mountain back!"

And guess what? With his super strength, Hanuman lifted the entire mountain on his palm and flew back through the skies!
A Mountain Full of Mystery
Hanuman lifts the Sanjeevani Parvat (mountain) with his hands

Healing and Happiness

Hanuman flew back as fast as he could, carrying the Sanjeevani mountain like a giant green umbrella. Everyone in the camp looked up in surprise when they saw Hanuman coming back with a mountain!

As soon as he put the mountain on the ground, the sage rushed in to search the mountain. He found the shiny, glowing Sanjeevani Buti, and made a magic medicinal potion. As soon as Lakshmana was given the potion, he opened his eyes and smiled! He was saved!

Everyone cheered, "Jai Hanuman!" for his courage and clever thinking. From that day on, Hanuman was loved even more for his strength, bravery, and heart full of love.
Healing and Happiness
The sage applies the Sanjeevani buti medicine on Lakshmana's chest to heal him

What We Learn

The story reminds us that sometimes we have to think creatively to find unexpected solutions. Our usual ways of solving problems might not always work when we face new challenges.

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