The moment Sita, who was unable to bear the reproaches and threats of the ogresses, endeavours after waiting a good deal to strangle herself to death with the cord used for tying her hair, a propitious omen, never seen before, appears on her person.Recitation: 00:00 - 04:43Translation: 04:48 - 11:15

Sundarakanda Sarga 29, "Seetha experiences some good omens", Book 5 Canto 29

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