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Dasarath's Renunciation
on your path. My lord! I pray to the supreme father to remove ' all impediments from your path."
"Dear Queen, your words become a noble lady belonging to the Ikshvaku dynasty. I am immensely pleased with what you have said."
Again, there was silence in the chamber. No one said anything. All were silent. Then, Bharath spoke in a resounding voice.
"Father! I have an entreaty to make."
Suddenly all eyes turned towards Bharath. They were eager to hear what he was going to say.
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"Come on, dear son! What do you want to say ?" Dasarath said turning towards Bharath. He took Bharath's tender hand into his.
"Dear father! I too desire to follow you on the path of spiritual elevation. Kindly take me also on that path. I will certainly keep pursuing the path. I cannot remain here without you."
The tears flowed from the eyes of Bharath. The atmosphere was filled with grief. All shed tears. His voice was choked with grief. His lips shivered. As before, he sat down with his head on his knees. Hearing Bharath's desire to follow Dasarath, all were stupefied.
"Bharath! My dear son, you are wise and sensible. How did you lose your mental peace and poise ?"
"Father! I am absolutely calm and composed. Kindly take me with you. Kindly bestow your compassion upon me, Oh Lord of the world!"
"Bharath.
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