RAMA

 

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From a comparatively minor incarnation whose task was to kill a demon king who held his wife captive , the story of Rama has entered deeply into Indian life as a deity, a subject for literature, and an example of moral excellence. As one of the chief protagonists in Indian epic poetry he has passed into the mythology of countries other than India wose cultures have been influenced by it .His iconology in Indian bronze (standing with two arms one of which holds a bow)although in cases where the bow has been cast seperately it is sometimes missng.
This weapon connects him with his brother. the sixth incarnation,through tje incident in which the Shaivite Parashurama, annoyed by Rama breaking Shiva's bow in a contest,attempted to punish him in a fight.It is likely that the bow,which became Rama 's distinguishing attribute,also symbolized masculine virtues through the technique of its use needing a subtle application of strength.Because for his qualities of fidelity, gentleness and steadfastness that he has become in Indian society endowed with the ideal qualities of manhood.