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COMPASSIONATE BHAGAVAN MAHAVIR
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When Bhagavan Mahavir came near the snake-hole he stopped and stood there in meditation. The snake came out of the hole and saw Mahavir. It hissed and exhaled its venomous breath.
Who is this die-hard human? My venomous breath could
not even stir him.
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ELSAN
Chandakaushik serpent got angry and it bit Mahavirs toe. What a surprise ! Blood, as white as milk, oozed out of Bhagavan's toe.
Mahavir's compassionate gaze touched the snake. Bujjha, Bujha Chandakaushik ! Chandakuashik! Calm down. Understand your self. This extreme anger has been the cause of your downfall for one
lifetime after another.
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