Vibhishana's allegiance to Rama from "summary" of Valmiki's Ramayana by Anant pai
When Ravana's younger brother, Vibhishana, approached Rama seeking refuge, the Vanara warriors were suspicious. After all, Vibhishana was a Rakshasa, and Rama's enemy Ravana was his own brother. However, Rama saw the goodness in Vibhishana's heart and welcomed him with open arms. Vibhishana pledged his loyalty to Rama and promised to help him defeat Ravana. Despite the doubts of his own allies, Rama accepted Vibhishana's allegiance. This decision was not taken lightly, as it meant trusting a former enemy and potentially risking betrayal. However, Rama believed in Vibhishana's sincerity and saw the value of having someone from Ravana's camp on their side. Vibhishana proved his loyalty to Rama time and time again, providing valuable advice and support in the battle against Ravana. His knowledge of Lanka's defenses and the Rakshasa army was instrumental in Rama's victory. Vibhishana's allegiance to Rama was unwavering, even in the face of adversity and doubt.- We see the power of forgiveness, understanding, and trust. Rama's willingness to give Vibhishana a chance ultimately led to the downfall of Ravana and the triumph of dharma over adharma. Vibhishana's allegiance to Rama serves as a reminder that true loyalty knows no boundaries and that redemption is always possible for those who seek it.
