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gradually developed the virtue of celibacy. The fame of her celibacy spread to each nook and corner. Meanwhile, her father expired. The ministers worried that who should be coroneted as the King had no sons. Few of them were of the opinion that “Although Rukmini is a female, she is a great and holy soul. She deserves the throne. All the others agreed with them. Even after ascending the throne, she was intact at celibacy. Hence, her fame spread allover.
One intelligent and celibacy adorer youth named Shilsannah
came to her, attracted by her celibacy, with a desire to fill the post of a Minister. He thought that, “I shall make my living by serving a virtuous soul”. He was selected for the post of a minister.
Once, minister Shilsannah was sitting in the royal court. Sitting on the royal throne, Rukmini was looking in all directions. With the glance of Shilsannah, her eyes remained still and gazing at him she thought “Oh! He is so handsome and charming! He is full of adolescence and enthusiasm."
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Rukmini sees passionately at Shilsannah.
36... Confession: The Path to Self-liberation
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