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Durbhddhi - Parables of Sivananda |
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Durbuddhi was an atheist in the city of Gaya. He lived during the time of Lord Buddha. |
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Durbuddhi was a very cruel man. He tormented good people. He robbed them, terrorized them and caused fear. He was a fierce personality. Children and women were struck with terror at the mere mention of his name. He was a demon in human form. |
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One day, Durbuddhi approached Lord Buddha when he was seated in meditation. When Buddha opened his eyes, he saw Durbuddhi standing in front of him. |
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The saint greeted him; Durbuddhi abused Buddha in return. He used the most objectionable language in abusing Lord Buddha. |
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He said to him, "O fool! you are in imposter. You are a cheat. You are a hypocrite. You are a rogue in the guise of a saint. Get away from this place. If you come here tomorrow, I shall kill you. The city is full of beggars and imposters like you. They have spoilt the whole country. You are a mere idler. You are a burden on society. You drain the resources of householders who earn their livelihood with the sweat of their brow through hard labour." |
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