A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology and Religion, Geography, History, and Literature c5.2072

c5.2072

VIBHĪSHANA. ‘Terrible.’ A younger brother of Rāvana. He, like his brother, propitiated Brahmā, and obtained a boon. His was that he should never commit an unworthy action even in the greatest extremity. He was virtuous, and opposed to the practices of the Rākshasas. This led to a quarrel between him and Rāvana, who kicked him from his seat. He flew off to Kailāsa, and under the advice of Siva he went and allied himself with Rāma-chandra, who received and embraced him as a friend. After the defeat and death of Rāvana he was raised by Rāma to the throne of Lankā.