Character of the Valmiki Ramayana
Jambavan
जाम्बवान्
The ancient bear-king whose memory reaches back to the avatars, who reminds Hanuman of the power he had forgotten.
Embodies
- Loyalty — Standing by another when leaving would cost you nothing.
Questions to explore
- How did Jambavan awaken Hanuman to his own strength?
- What does the oldest of the host remember?
