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My fear calmed down after some fifteen minutes.
Steadiness came in my Japa. Just then the beads began to turn to gold, including the tassel at the end! The mala became fragrant with excellent smell.
Another lady came after an hour and took the mala in hand. At that time there was no trace of fright; there reigned unique peace in her heart.
Again the next day came. As I came out of the house, a little of fear came to my heart. Then I was reminded of the Navakara Mantra. I stepped out of my street. A dog accompanied me. Suddenly I said : "Well, please go! Dogs of other streets will harrass you!" In silent language it moved its tail and accompanied me right up to the Sthanaka. I then said : "Now go!" As I looked back ! found nobody. This continued constantly for twentyone days. The Japa was non-stop and so was the fragrance. A spirit of self-control awoke within me just because of this.
Unjust Article came to an end Years back there was found in Bhujpur a writing on copper plate that "In Bhujpur no Jain cult will pass the monsoon anywhere. In 1977, this came to knowledge of Jetbai Swami and mentally she resolved to put in effort to put an end to this unjust writing. She entered Bhujpur to pass monsoon, with the personal co-operation of Shravakas and Shravikas on the 15th day of the month of Ashadh. Opponents resolved that no Sadhvi shall be permitted to stay in the town under any circumstances. They shall be driven out. Government officers from Bhuj, Anjar and Mundra gave threats. The situation became hot. However, Mahasatiji was totally engrossed in the Japa of Navakara.”
