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THE TRIANGLE OF LOVE. 137 originating or directing this divine emotion of the true devotee. We have heard it said that a great king once went into a forest and there met a sage. He talked with the sage a little and was very much pleased with his purity and wisdom. The king then wanted the sage to oblige him by receiving a present from him. The sage refused to do so, saying, “the fruits of the forest are food enough for me ; the pure streams of water flowing down from the mountains, give enough of drink to me; the barks of the trees supply me with enough of covering ; and the caves of the mountains form my home. Why should I take any present from you or from any body ?" The king said, "Just to benefit me, sir, please come with me to the city to my palace and take something from my hands.” After much persuasion, the sage at last consented to do as the king desired, and went with him to his palace. Before offering the gift to the sage
