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SURSUNDARI She calmed down after some time and looked at the sun setting in the west. Night was approaching. Eerie sounds came from the jungle. She got shaken finding herself helpless and alone in the dense forest.
Where can I go now? Soon on it will be dark. The forest must 0. be infested with thieves, bandits. demons, and ferocious animals like lion. Remote chances of
* remaining alive. -
MUCOS
Trembling with fear she stumbled to the opening of a nearby cave. She sat down and started chanting the
Namokar Mantra. As the darkness increased, a giant yaksha Hearing the sound Sur-sundari opened her eyes and came out of the cave. Seeing Sur-sundari was shocked as if she was facing death. Collecting her sitting alone he asked
wits she said
O divine one. I Who are you and
am a helpless woman what are you doing alone
and want to take refuge on this island ?
with your grace.
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The sweet and humble words of Sur-sundari pleased the yaksha. He saidTAVOMOZOLUYLAY
Angel, you are free to live here without any fear. You will have
no problems here.
Getting permission from the yaksha Sur-sundari started living on the island.
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