The Eligible Suitor
The moment of choice: Mandara-vati stands at the center of a heartfelt rivalry, surrounded by suitors and blessed by the serene beauty of the Ganges,
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Mortal Enemies
Ugra-Bhat was the king of Radha. Manorama was his queen. They were a thrilled and loving couple. One day a troupe of performers from a
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Disillusioned Poet
The fame of King Bhoja and the eminent poets of his court spread far and wide. But some people could not believe certain rumours that
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Guarding the Gate
A particular merchant had to leave his shop to attend to some business. While going out, he told the shop assistant, “Guard the gate carefully
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9. The Comet
SAMARSEN was greatly in- intrigued by what Four-eyes was telling him. It was extraordinary that Goddess Chandika should ask for a temple of silver and
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The Aggressor
WHILE Brahma-Dutt ruled Banaras, Bodhisatva was born as his son. Brahma-Dutt named his son Shilava. Over time, Shilava became the King of Banaras. He ruled
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The Perjurer
There was once a Brahman who was not well-versed in the Vedas. But he knew enough to conduct occasional worship of the gods. Yet, he
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Goddess Of Misery
In a village, a peasant always worshipped the Goddess of Wealth. So Wealth always favoured him. One day the Goddess of Wealth came towards the
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The Poor Brahman
One day King Bhoja mounted his horse and went hunting in the forest. As he neared the forest, he saw a brook flowing across his
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Rivals
A specific guru had two pupils who were always at loggerheads with each other. The guru had a hard time seeing that their duties did
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