Within the gates his way he made;

Through seven broad courts he onward hied

Where people thronged on every side.

From each high terrace, wild with woe,

The royal ladies flocked below:

He heard them talk in gentle tone,

As each for Ráma made her moan:

“What will the charioteer reply

To Queen Kauśalyá's eager cry?

With Ráma from the gates he went;