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Those kings along with the inhabitants of towns and villages answered the magnanimous king: 'Oh ! king your son, indeed has many auspicious and admirable virtues. [2-2-26]
Oh ! king, we shall now speak about those great virtues of the sagacious (Rama). Comparable to those of the gods, they are dear and a source of delight for every one. Please listen. [2-2-27]
Oh ! lord of the people (Dasharatha), Rama with his divine virtues is equal to Indra. He with his proven valour is exceptional among all the descendants of the Ikshvaaku clan. [2-2-28]
Devoted to truth and righteousness Rama is the most venerable among men in this world. Even righteousness along with prosperity flows directly from Rama. [2-2-29]
He is equal to the Moon in causing happiness to the people, to the earth in forbearance, to Brihaspati in wisdom and to Shachipati ( Indra ) in prowess. [2-2-30]