WHAT ARE THE TRIALS THAT RAMA encounters while in exile from Kosala? And what do these trials teach us about the people who value The Ramayana as a foundation tale? For example, consider that Lakshmana is with Rama every step of his journey. What does he do for Rama? What does he say to Rama? What role does Lakshmana play in the journey to rid the world of Ravana?

MONDAY

Discussion of Sita’s kidnapping. Why is Soorpanaka’s so driven to have Rama? When she fails to take him for herself, why is she so driven to take revenge upon him? And why is Ravana so driven to have Sita?
HW: Read chapter six in The Ramayana, “Vali.”

TUESDAY

Meeting in lab 377-N to work on The Alchemist revisions.
HW: Revisions are due tomorrow! Typed, stapled, titled. Make sure your name appears at the top.

WEDNESDAY

After collecting the papers, we will discuss Vali.”
HW: Read chapters seven and eight, “When the Rains Cease” and “Momento from Rama.”

THURSDAY

No class for Parent/Teacher Conferences.

FRIDAY

No class for Institute Day.