And mocks me as I weep forlorn.

O Lakshmaṇ, turn thine eye and see

Each blossom-laden Mango tree,

Like a young lover gaily dressed

Whom fond desire forbids to rest.

Look, son of Queen Sumitrá through

The forest glades of varied hue,

Where blooms are bright and grass is green

The Kinnars[531] with their loves are seen.

See, brother, see where sweet and bright