And mocked Kuvera's loved abode.

Circling the walls a crowd he viewed

Who stood in reverent attitude,

With throngs of countrymen who sought

Acceptance of the gifts they brought.

The elephant was stationed there,

Appointed Ráma's self to bear;

Adorned with pearls, his brow and cheek

Were sandal-dyed in many a streak,

While he, in stature, bulk, and pride,