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"One very important belief of the Indian culture is that we should never try to possess a thing we are not able to return. If all human beings on earth put just this one principle into practice, this our world would become more charming than the higher world that is Svagra."
The minds of the foreigners were possessed and overcome by their love for hunting. Still they said: "What is extraordinary in this matter? Not to accept what cannot be given. Well, what philosophy is there in this?"
Khimjibhai replied:
"Then do one thing. Please promise that you will never even think of possessing a thing that you cannot give back!" The foreigners felt that this was a very simple and straight matter. Quick was their reply-"Agreed, we promise!"
Khimjibhai revealed his secret in these words:
"Well then! Please hand over the revolver to me. Only then you will be able to fulfil your promise. This your revolver is likely to act as an obstruction in the matter."
The foreigners stated in all surprise: "Overlove for hunting is excited on seeing that herd of deer. How can we hand over our revolver to you at this moment? How is it related to the matter?"
Quick was the response of Khimjibhai :
"See, is it not true that you will take the lives of the deer? Will it be possible for you to give their lives back and enliven them? If you can do this I do not desire to have your revolver; enjoy your sport of hunting. Indian culture has no right to intervene in the matter."
The foreigners were confused. They said :
