Shalibhadra Diwakar Chitrakatha 047

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

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When he came out of the pool the king stooped and looked into the water. A maid came and asked -
To look for the king's ring, the pool was emptied. When the pool was free of water the king saw -
lan
YA
Sire! What
is the matter?
Thave dropped my ring
in the pool.
Hey! there are many shining ornaments and rings lying at the bottom. Amongst these my ring looks like a pebble.
Sire! all these
ornaments are discards.
SEWAARINN
The king once again thinks -
Is there any limit to the wealth and grandeur of this merchant? I didn't know my city had such merchants
as well.
In the mansion, Shalibhadra became thoughtful
This pleasure and grandeur is worthless. I too
have a master. I am a subject to someone. What is
the worth of pleasure, happiness or glory of a dependent?
COORDA
GA
SOLO
OLOGVOEGD.OO
mom min
QON
After lunch Bhadra offered a variety of rich gifts to the royal couple before bidding them farewell.
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