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11. Meghkumar - Youth Revolution
Tirthankar Mahavir is perpetually roaming from one kingdom
or ganatantra (republic) to another, and wherever he goes, his every step is amazing. I am fortunate to accompany him in his travels. Thousands of his followers trail only a few steps behind us everywhere we go. To observe Mahavir is a divine experience. The air around him is always filled with heavenly fragrance. His movements are so harmonious that one can almost hear a melody.
Today we were journeying down the road from Madhyama to Rajgrihi, the capital of Magadh. This walk with Mahavir is such a pleasant experience. In his radiant, blissful manner, Bhagwan continues his silent march. Women along the route are staring at him with joined palms and are signaling to others to be quiet so that they can fully appreciate Mahavir's beauty and radiance. It is said that, one who has achieved internal peace radiates perfect beauty in all respects. Every plant and tree along our route is shining in radiant bloom, and people's faces are lit up with joy. The atmosphere is filled with happiness.
Soon we reached the 'Gunshil' gardens in Rajgrihi, and Bhagwan started his sermon to an eager crowd. "All life is great, but the human form is the most opportune birth. Animals, birds, and bees also live a life; even heavenly beings and hell-beings have life, but the human birth is the
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