: The forest life and the kidnapping of Sita by Ravana.
: Preparations for Rama’s coronation and his subsequent exile. Ramayan of Valmiki - Hariom Group
: Rama’s return to Ayodhya and the later events of his life. Key Philosophical & Spiritual Insights : The forest life and the kidnapping of Sita by Ravana
The epic is divided into seven major chapters, known as , further sub-divided into 500 Sargas (sections): Bala Kanda : Rama’s birth and early childhood. Ramayan of Valmiki - Hariom Group
According to reflections shared by groups like Chinmaya Mission , the Ramayana is more than a story; it is an internal "inner journey":
: The epic battle between Rama and Ravana.
: Rama’s alliance with the Vanara King Sugriva and meeting Hanuman.