When from his pupil's lips he knew The presence of the princely two, And Sita born to fortune high. The glorious hermit made reply: "Great joy at last is mine this day That Rama hither finds his way, For long my soul has yearned to see The prince who comes to visit me. Go forth, go forth, and hither bring The royal three with welcoming: Lead Rama in and place him near: Why stands he not already here?"Ramayana 3.76 · Ramayana · 3
Ramayana 3.76
Ramayana · translated by Ralph T.H. Griffith
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And thou shalt have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth.Luke 1:14 · Bible · Luke
Those who believe and do right: Joy is for them, and bliss (their) journey's end.Quran 13:29 · Quran
Forests are delightful; where the world finds no delight, there the passionless will find delight, for they look not for pleasures.Dhp 7.99 · Dhammapada · The Venerable (Arhat)
He said, and placed the goblet at his side; With joy the venerable king replied:Iliad 23.46 · Iliad · 23
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