AFVOA Newletters of Year 2003

Page 44 of 170 In course of time, Ram married Sita. Dasharath planned to declare Ram as the crown prince of Koshal. Being the eldest son and rightful heir to his father, he stepped down for his step-brother, Bharat, Kaikeyi’s son, to please his foster-mother. He was banished to the forest for 14 long years. His wife Sita and brother Lakshman followed with him during the banishment period. In the forest, Sita was abducted by Ravana, which resulted in a great war between Ram and Ravana. At the end, aided by a band of monkeys, the most loyal of whom is Lord Hanuman, Ram, killed Ravana. Ram completed his period of exile and came back to Ayodhya to rule the kingdom. Ram’s life, as described in Ramayana, sets an example of a dutiful virtuous life for an Indian. The legend is cited to prove how Lord Rama always lived a life of righteousness (dharma). Lord Rama is known as Maryaada Purushottam . His life exemplifies the ideal son, ideal husband and ideal ruler. Lord Ram was the true embodiment of humanity. Ram Navami is a therefore a special reminder of the noble ideals for which Lord Ram stood. Sarson ka sag Ingredients 1 bunch sarson greens 1 bunch spinach 1 onion (grated) 1 inch piece of ginger (grated) 6 cloves garlic (grated) cheese or paneer (to garnish) 1 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp ghee. 1 tbsp oil. 1/2 tsp garam masala 1 tbsp cornflour 3 green chillies salt to taste Method of preparation Chop the sarson and the spinach greens, wash and drain, keep aside. Heat some oil in the pressure cooker. To this, add the chopped greens and the green chillies. After stirring for some time add the ginger and garlic paste, stir and let it cook for some time. Then add the salt and a cup of water. Pressure cook till done. Mash the cooked sag. Now heat some oil in a pan