00:00 In the heart of Assam, where legends of the Ramayana echo through the ages,
00:05 stands the mystical Sita Jakhla temple, a testament to the timeless tales of Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshman.
00:14 In this episode of Kan Kanme Ram, let's embark on a spiritual journey
00:19 to uncover the sacred secrets held by this ancient temple.
00:25 Situated about 60 km from the capital city of Guwahati, a historic hillock,
00:31 crafted from solid granite, emerges at the banks of the river Killing.
00:36 This geological marvel bears witness to the tales of antiquity,
00:41 with a small temple adorning the slope of the hillock on the turning of the river's left bank.
00:48 Known locally as Sita Jakhla, signifying a ladder of Sita, the nomenclature resonates with historical significance,
00:58 possibly derived from the presence of long steps intricately leading down to the river.
01:05 It is believed that the temple was built by the Mughal emperors,
01:08 and that the Khitamayi Papilinu was the owner of the temple.
01:11 The temple is also believed to have been built by the Tathkhal of Khitamayi,
01:18 who was a great devotee of the Tathkhal.
01:25 This site, steeped in historical lore, stands as a testament to Assam's rich heritage,
01:33 where legends of the Ramayana are edged into the very fabric of the landscape.
01:40 According to local lore, Lord Ram, along with Sita and Lakshman, sought refuge on this hillock during their exile.
01:49 The very steps we climb today are believed to be the ones Rishi Valmiki carved for Sita.
01:56 Another belief is that Rishi Valmiki cut those stones as steps for Sita to go to the river from the temple when she was pregnant and left by Sri Ram.
02:07 Visiting Sita Jakhla is like stepping into the pages of our sacred scriptures.
02:13 The temple walls stand adorned with the eternal tales of Mata Sita and Lord Hanuman.
02:20 Every carving, every statue narrates the epic in stone.
02:26 The temple walls of Sita Jakhla are named after Lord Hanuman.
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03:46 So much so, the rocky ground bears the marks of looms, a poignant reminder of Sita's craftsmanship.
03:55 In Assam, the art of weaving is revered, and the connection between Sita's loom and the looms of Assamese women adds an exquisite layer to the temple's lore.
04:08 But it's not just devotees and pilgrims in Assam who find solace here.
04:14 Across the region, excitement reverberates over the construction of the Grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
04:22 In the embrace of Sita Jakhla, the threads of mythology and culture are woven seamlessly,
04:29 echoing the eternal tales of Ramayana that have found a home in the hearts of the people of Assam and beyond.
04:38 As the sun sets on this sacred land, the legacy of Lord Ram and Sita lives on, etched in the rocks and revered by the faithful.
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