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CONSOLATION OF GURUDEUS
O righteous man! Truly speaking, you deserve praises. To get involved in sins is not surprising. Who hasn't committed sin in the delusion of Karmas? Is the soul of Tirthankara, saved from bewitchment? Didn't they commit sins in their past lives? Haven't they undergone pains of the seventh hell? You deserve praise as you have brightened the dark side of your life by disclosing it. You truly deserve praise for disclosing your sins like an innocent child and jotting them down. : O fortunate fellow! Your open hearted criticism and observation has created a tide in the ocean of love in my heart. It is said in religious books that one who confesses and self introspects, is a true worshiper or devotee. Can fragrance of devotion be expected in stinking gutter of heart? No, you have cleaned your heart by disclosing your sins. Now, your life will be full of . fragrance of devotion and you are eligible of praise. Now onwards be careful
not to hide any sin in your heart as well as do not hesitate and feel shy in
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