More than an eagle: a hero.
Story 2 - Ravana's Error
As the Brahma-astra soared towards his heart, Ravana realized the error of his ways. His invincible strength was nothing compared to the perseverance of man.
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The first story is about Jatayu, who died trying to save Sita. Even though he had very little chance of defeating Ravana and surviving, he still made a brave attempt and deserved to be honored because of it. I felt like his heroics could be summarized in six words. The simplicity of it makes it feel even more powerful. My story is kind of corny but I think it at least summarizes Jatayu's situation fairly well.
The second story is a two-sentence story about the second before Rama's astra killed Ravana. The Ramayana says so much about how humans learn to play their strengths in spite of weaknesses. Humans refuse to give in, and they do what they can to help those in need. I feel like in his last second of life, Ravana might have realized his mistake in doubting humans.
Bibliography: The Ramayana: A Shortened Modern Prose Version of the Indian Epic. By Kamban and R. K. Narayan.
Image information: Image source: Ravana fights Jatayu, abducts Sita;illustration by K. Venkatappa
in Myths of the Hindus & Buddhists (1914).
Hi Brooke,
ReplyDeleteI loved this little microfiction, especially the six-word story one! Those are really difficult to get right, but I think you did it! You do a good job there of having a good rhythm to the sentence. With only six words, its important that even something as small as that works, and the flow is great! Keep it up and I can't wait to read more!