With a view to inspiring confidence in Sita, when found, Sri Rama hands over to Hanuman his signet ring as a token of recognition while sending him away to the south. Bowing down at Sri Rama&#39;s feet, Hanuman leaves his presence along with a contingent of the Vanara forces.Recitation: 00:00 - 03:02Translation: 03:07 - 08:10

Kishkindha Kanda Sarga 45, "Vanarasena Prasthanam.", Book 4 Canto 45

This podcast includes an authentic Sanskrit recitation and the reading of a genuine translation in English by Gita Press, Gorakhpur, India. This is not a western translation of the Valmiki Ramayana, nor a re-telling in any form. It is translated by Hindus from within the tradition, and it is thereby recommended as the most authentic recitation and English reading available.

The Ramayana recitation by Sriram-ghanapaathi HariSitaramamurti-ghanapathi is taken from archive.org. The reading is from the English version of Srimad Valmiki Ramayan translation by Gita Press, Gorakhpur, India.