In the epic tale of Ramayana, Sita is abducted by Ravana, leaving Rama and Lakshmana unaware of her whereabouts. Seeking help, they encountered Sugriva and Hanuman. Upon Sugriva’s command, a group of Vanaras set out to find Sita. Their search led them to Sampati, an old eagle with keen eyesight, who revealed that Sita was captive in Lanka.

The Vanaras faced their greatest challenge: crossing the vast ocean. Some Vanaras expressed their limitations, while Hanuman, inspired by Jambavanta, a wise and strategic warrior, embraced his true potential. Hanuman, who had forgotten his powers due to a childhood curse, regained his strength upon hearing Jambavanta’s words. Sundar Kanda, a renowned section of Valmiki Ramayana, begins with the lines, “The sayings of Jambavanta were liked by the heart of Hanuman.”

In life, we encounter countless difficulties and often feel discouraged. At times, we lack the strength to rise again. This is where having a friend like Jambavanta becomes invaluable—a friend who understands our struggles and knows how to motivate us. As the successful entrepreneur Jim Rohn emphasized, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”

Therefore, finding a friend like Jambavanta who can uplift and support us on our journey is crucial.