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NANDISHEN No, Bhante! Every Nandishen came to his parents and sought persecond of life is impor- mission. tant. I will destroy all
I want to karmas through self
abandon my control and austerities. I will cross all hurdles.
500 wives and become an ascetic.
What ???
Bhagavan remained silent. He knew whatever will be, will be.
The parents tried their best to dissuade him
Son! Enjoy yourself for a few years more and then get initiated.
No, I no more want to be a part
of this worldly life.
Gerous
IND Nothing could stop Nandishen. He left the palace to get initiated.
The moment he stepped out there was a divine pronouncement
Prince Nandishen! You are yet to
suffer the unalterable karmas. Don't get initiated and practice
ascetic-discipline. LU
Not at all! What can karmas do to
a person who practices ascetic conduct with all
sincerity?
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