An Unwecome Guest
Into the decorated RajSadass
Of the mighty Yudhishthira
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A remnant of this philosophy we can find in the present days of affluence, in the serving of food to all devotees in major temples in many parts of India. Especially in Kerala and Karnataka
And the olden days of scarcity, it was said, "Annadaanam mahhaddanam." That is, "the greatest of the gifts is gift of food."
Daanam: giving. "You only receive what you give" is the basic Indian philosophy of the yore. Greed and selfishness had no place in human life.
A very informative write with full of knowledge and wisdom. Appreciated your brilliant efforts in providing us a glimpse of an episode of the great Maharashtra!
It has been a pleasure reading your words. Only a very talented poet like you can write these words, Dilipji. Obliged.