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THE WAY OF LIFE
with what degree of firmness, the person concerned carries out his vow, in case impediments arise.
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At the time of taking the vow, the person concerned may be full of enthusiasm to undertake the vow but when his enthusiasm declines and when his determination grows weak. he may not continue to act according to the vow. This point also should be carefully considered because the person who administers the vow to someone does so with the confidence that he will carry it out.
Of course, the patient goes to a doctor with faith in him, in order to get rid of his ailment. The doctor's duty is to decide what medicine should be given to the patient and how much medicine should be given to the patient. It is the responsibility of the doctor to safeguard the life of the patient.
Pethad Shah became a devoted follower of an enlightened man who had also undertaken extraordinary vows. What happened later, I will not tell you now.
This is enough for to-day.
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