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Na tam ari kanthachetta kareye, jan se kare appaniyaa durappa (The havoc wreaked by one's own unruly mind is more devastating than that caused by a ruthless murderer.)
Varam me appadanto (Control and win yourself. One who has won the self never gets defeated.)
Imena chev juzzhahee, kin te juzzhena bajzhvo, juddharinha khul dullbham (Fight and defeat your own passions. What on earth can worldly wars bring you? Human birth is the best opportunity for the greatest victory - the victory over your passions.)
Anusaasana jaanagunovaveya (Accept the kingdom of knowledge and ethics, and walk the path of liberation.)
Mahavir was asking people to give up violence, anger, ego, and lust. Suddenly, Queen Mrigavati stepped closer to Bhagwan Mahavir and respectfully declared, “Bhagwan, I want to be ordained by you in your sangh, and surrender my son, Prince Udayan, to the care and protection of the King Chandrapradyot.” She then turned towards Chandrapradyot, awaiting his response.
Chandrapradyot was deeply moved by Mahavir's message. He stepped forward and embraced Prince Udayan as if he were his own son. The aggressor became the guardian, and the crowd burst into applause!
This was a brilliant victory for Queen Mrigavati, but once ordained she never uttered a word about this to anyone. She went through her sadhana in a totally balanced manner. I believe that the secret of rapid spiritual progress and enlightenment is to be at the pinnacle of perfect balance. Equanimity was the secret of her success – both in her role as a queen, and also as a sadlıvi.
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