There was great unity and understanding not only among four brothers but also among their consorts. They are ideals for every family. Is there a family where daughters-in-law live in amity? Is there a family where brothers live in harmony without indulging in property disputes? Nowhere do we find such an ideal family. This age of Kali has become the age of Kalaha (conflict). In such a scenario, the Ramayana shines as the beacon-light to every family. How should the brothers and sisters conduct themselves? In the Ramayana, we find demonstration of such great ideals. Merely going through the sacred text of Ramayana is not enough; you have to emulate the ideals. The Ramayana transcends the barriers of time, space, caste, and religion. In all nations, at all times and under all circumstances, unity is very essential to find fulfilment in life. Even birds and animals have unity amongst themselves. They do not have the selfishness of hoarding things. Today we find wicked tendencies in man which are not found even in birds and animals. There is not a single instance of internal dispute in the family of Dasharatha. You may question, ‘was not Kaikeyi responsible for a family dispute which led to the exile of Rama?’ No. it was not a dispute at all. In fact, Kaikeyi had great affection for Rama. She loved him more dearly than her own son Bharata. But he mind was poisoned because of the bad company of Manthara. Hence it is said, Tell me the company, I will tell you what you are.’ (SSS Vol.36, pp. 61-62)