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had explained to her. During that time, she happened to meet
nately a sadhvi by name Indumala. She received initiation from her. Kurmi dived into the well of the nectar of self-discipline; and forgot all her anguish; and she attained serenity
In the heavenly world, the boy, Narad was being brought up with overflowing affection. In course of time, Narad grew up into a young man of great charm and radiance. He achieved an absolute mastery over many arts, accomplishments and shastras on account of his incisive and exceptional intelligence. When he entered the threshold of youth, the gods taught him the miraculous art of travelling through the sky.
Narad preferred to wear peculiar dress and decorations. He allowed his hair to grow into large and small plaits and knots. As if that was not enough, he wore garlands and wreaths of flowers. He possessed such qualities as youthfulness, clever and agile playfulness, clear speech and talkativeness. He did not become a Grihasta nor did he become a Sadhu. Since he mastered the art of travelling through the sky, he began visiting holy places. While travelling through the sky, if he noticed any fascinating city, or beautiful forest or a magnificent mountain or a hill, or caves or any other fascinating places or objects, he used to come down to earth to see them. He had mastered the skill of knowing the secret of any matter. If he went to any house and if the master of the house did not treat him with honour and hospitality, he would create such a situation that the master would seek his own death, preferring death to his anguish. Now, he is a great sage. Yet, he loves dissensions. He creates quarrels wherever he goes. He takes great delight in creating fierce flames in cool water and in causing discord where concord prevails. He is a great lover of music. That is why he always carries with him a lute.
At the same time, his heart is an ocean of sublime virtues. He has undertaken the vows called the Anuvrats".
"Oh king of kings ! What kind of vows are called Anuvrats?” King Maruth asked him in the middle.
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