________________
The Rishi offered a raised seat to the king in the cluster of Champak trees. He served fruits to the king. After that he said—“O king ! The words of the great sage have come true today. She belongs to you (pointing at Padma). Till today she was under my care. Please accept her now."
All the male and female hermits in the hermitage gathered around. With great joy and festivities the young couple was married by mantra chanting.
At the time of her departing the queen embraced her daughter. With tears in her eyes she said—“Darling! I am sorry I have neither diamond and pearl neckla gorgeous dresses to gift you on the occasion."
Padma too was sobbing—“Ma ! Your blessing is all I need." The Rishi commented—“Sister ! Why do you say that? You have numerous divine gems of knowledge and experience.”
The queen—"Of course! Padma ! I want to give you seven gems while sending you to your husband's place. Listen carefully
1. Always speak sweet language. 2. Feed your husband before taking your meals. 3. Consider your co-wives to be your sisters and not rivals. 4. Pay due respect
S. Milra
25
BHAGAVAN PARSHVA NAATH
ucation International
For Private & Personal Use Only
www.jainelibrary.org
