The Floating Bridge of Friendship
When Prince Rama needs to cross a vast blue ocean, a cheerful army of monkeys and bears works together to build a miraculous floating stone bridge.
Prince Rama stood on the golden beach with his brave friend Hanuman. Behind them was a wonderful army of playful monkeys and strong bears. The big blue ocean stretched as far as the eye could see. How would they cross such a wide sea to reach the beautiful island of Lanka? Rama smiled with gentle faith, knowing they would find a way together.
Strong bears lifted big rocks, while happy monkeys carried smaller stones. With loving care, they wrote Prince Rama's holy name on every single rock. Hanuman lifted a great stone with a happy smile and placed it into the water. Splash! The heavy rock did not sink at all, it bobbed gently on top of the waves like a little wooden boat.
No single monkey or bear could build the path alone, but together they were a wonderful team. Even a tiny striped squirrel rolled in the warm sand, carrying little grains to fill the tiny cracks between the rocks. Stone by stone, the floating bridge grew longer and stronger across the sparkling ocean. Everyone clapped with joy as the wonderful pathway reached all the way across the sea.
With full hearts and joyful steps, the army began to walk across the miracle bridge. Hanuman led the way beside Rama, holding his hands together in respect. The gentle sea waves swayed softly as they marched together in peace. Step by step, their quiet faith and teamwork carried them safely to the other side.
With courage and kindness, Prince Rama won the peaceful day and welcomed his sweet wife Sita back with open arms. They stood together under a sky filled with glowing bedtime stars, holding hands happily. The tired monkeys and bears rested softly under the gentle moonlight, proud of the bridge they built together. Now it was time for everyone to sleep, filled with warmth and love.
When we work together with love and faith, we can accomplish wonderful things that no one could do alone.
About this story
Retold from: Retold from the Ramayana
Bandana
EnglishVictory to Rama, victory, victory to Rama!
नेपालीरामको जय होस्, जय, रामकै जय!
हिन्दीराम की जय, जय, राम की ही जय!