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## Second Study Summary
The story takes place during the time of the Shraman Bhagwan Mahavira, in the city of Champa, located in what is now known as Bihar. The king of Champa was Jitashatru. The city of Champa was likely located near present-day Bhagalpur, where some remnants and signs still exist today.
Champa was a very prosperous city in its time. A Gahapati named Kamdev lived there. His wife was named Bhadra, who was virtuous and devoted to her husband. Kamdev was a very wealthy and prosperous householder. His wealth surpassed even that of Anand. He had six crore gold coins in his treasury as permanent capital, six crore gold coins invested in trade and business, and six crore gold coins used for the consumption of luxurious items, decorations, and other household necessities. He owned six Gokuls, each with ten thousand cows. With such immense wealth, he must have had a large number of servants, maids, and employees. Kamdev possessed all that is considered happiness, prosperity, and wealth in worldly terms.
Kamdev's family life was happy. He was a courteous and sociable person. He was a leader in society. He was highly respected in the royal court. The city's prominent and respected citizens sought his advice on important matters and respected his words. This was because Kamdev was wise.
Like Anand, a new turn came in Kamdev's life. He had a special opportunity to awaken his wisdom. Shraman Bhagwan Mahavira, preaching the message of non-violence, equality, and good conduct to the people, arrived in Champa with his followers. He stayed at the Chaitya called Purnabhadra. Upon hearing of the Bhagwan's arrival, a throng of devotees gathered to see him. King Jitashatru also went to see the Bhagwan with his royal pomp and show. Other devout citizens also arrived there. As soon as Kamdev learned of this, he went to the Bhagwan's service with a desire to listen to the Dharma. He listened to the Dharma-Deshana. His wisdom was awakened. The Bhagwan's teachings shook the mind of this supremely wealthy Gahapati. Like Anand, he accepted the Griha-Dharma from the Bhagwan. Even while remaining a householder, he tried to avoid indulgence, desires, cravings, and lust as much as possible, keeping his life disciplined and controlled. The feeling of attachment was diminishing in his life.
Like Anand, another turning point came in his life. He left his family and worldly life...