Bhagvana Parshwanath Diwakar Chitrakatha 055 056

Author(s): Shreechand Surana
Publisher: Mahavir Seva Trust Mumbai

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Vishvabhuti stood up. He called his wife and two sons, and said — "Now I want to devote my life to austerities, chanting and doing meditation in solitude. You should takeover all the responsibilities of the family."
After getting permission from the king, Vishvabhuti became an ascetic and commenced spiritual practices.
The king called Kamath, the elder son of Vishvabhuti, and said—“Now you are appointed to your father's post."
Kamath was conceited and corrupt by nature. When he became the state priest he freely indulged in his evil activities. His younger brother Marubhuti was very contented and austere. Most of the time he went to the temple or upashraya (place of stay for ascetics) and spent his time doing worship, meditation and studies.
One day some citizens reported to the king—"Sire ! We have observed that Kamath goes to places of ill-repute to gamble, drink alcohol and womanize."
The king warned Kamath—"You are the state priest and a Brahmin as well but you still indulge in evil deeds. As this is the first time, I pardon you. In future if I get any such complaint, you will get a harsh punishment."
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