- 'In your own dynasty king Sagara prevented his wellknown eldest son Asamanjasa (from enjoying the kingdom). Rama also should depart in the same manner.' [2-36-16]
- 'That wickedminded Asamanjasa used to seize the children playing on the street and amuse himself by hurling them in the waters of river Sarayu. [2-36-19]
Watching it, all the enraged citizens said to the king, 'Oh ! enhancer of the prosperity of the kingdom, either you choose Asamanjasa or us'. [2-36-20]