Ravana had immense strength, great knowledge, a powerful kingdom and ten heads. Yet, he could not defeat Lord Rama. Why? A popular retelling of the Ramayana offers an emotional lesson about the strength of family bonds. It imagines Ravana reflecting on his defeat and comparing his relationship with Vibhishana to Lord Rama’s bond with Lakshmana. The deeper message is simple: having power may make you strong, but having people who stand beside you during difficult times can make you stronger.
