The Aravidu Dynasty of Vijayanagara, Vol. I v1.c8.98

v1.c8.98

In another chapter we shall speak of Rama Raya's campaign in the south. When taking possession of the government of the state after the crowning of Sadasiva, Rama Raya is called an 'ornament of the Kshatriyas' ⁴. His long career of unbroken successes had been a preparation for the great task lying before him: he could dare to take upon his shoulders the rule of that great Empire which was menaced by internal and external foes. The success of Rama Raya in this enterprise was temporary. Although 'he resembled Ramabhadra in appearance, and possessed prosperity and majesty' ⁵, he was to die in battle after having seen the defeat of his army by the irreconcilable enemies of his country.