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Siddhasen recognized his guru. He at once got down from the palanquin, joined his palms and bowed at the feet of his guru
Pardon me Gurudev!
Forgive me for my mistake. 5728
Son! What
is all this I see.
Is it the conduct
of a Jain ascetic.
Did I send you for spread of religion with this in mind?
EMPEROR VIKRAMADITYA
Siddhasen came to the Upashraya with his guru. When he asked the meaning of the verse the guru said
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Son! You are eating unripe fruits of the tree of religion.
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Siddhasen touched the feet of his guru and sought forgiveness
Gurudev! You have awaken me. I had become intoxicated with state honour and regal comforts.
The words of the guru hit him like lightening. The guru prescribed an atonement. Siddhasen promised
Gurudev !! will never commit such mistake
again.
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Son! I am going back to Malay with faith in your assurance. Continue your mission of spreading the Jain order.
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