Mahayogi Sthulabhadra Diwakar Chitrakatha 043

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

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AROMAHAYOGI STHULABHADRA Bitten by the bug of jealousy, the three ascetics made fun of Sthulabhadra's healthy body
Sthulabhadra gave no heed to all this and concentrated on his meditational practices.
Why, Gurudeva? Am I weaker than Sthulabhadra in some respect?
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His forehead shines with the radiance of rich food. Indeed, he is an observer of extreme austerities.
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Son! A resolve triggered by jealousy and anger destroys spiritual attainments. As you are already jealous you are incapable of taking right decision.
When Kosha found an ascetic in the courtyard she greeted him
Devi! I want to spend my
monsoon
stay here./
At the onset of the monsoon season the ascetic who had meditated outside a lion's lair came to Gurudev and requested
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Gurudeva! I seek permission to spend my monsoon-stay at Kosha's mansion this year.
Ignoring Gurudeva's advise, the ascetic proceeded towards Pataliputra
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No, I will prove
that I can do this difficult task.
This
My respects, Gurudeva. You are welcome.
Son! This is an extreme resolve and not suitable for you.
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