The Master gave his teaching in parables and stories, which his disciples listened to with pleasure — and occasional frustration, for they longed for something deeper. The Master was unmoved. To all…
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He sings for the Lord
When art is stripped of worldly ambition and offered purely as devotion, it reaches a sublime height that no royal patronage or technical mastery can ever replicate. “The name of Tansen is…
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Damned devotee
Radical compassion prioritises the relief of others over personal salvation, demonstrating that true spiritual mastery arises when we willingly sacrifice our own standing for the greater good. “The devotee knelt to be…
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A man and his dog
Paradise is defined not by gilded gates or opulent streets, but by the unwavering loyalty and love we share with those who walked beside us through life. A man and his dog…
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The way of the pencil
Greatness is forged through surrender to guidance, the endurance of trials, and the unwavering commitment to leave our mark upon the world. Notes: Popularisation by Paulo Coelho: While elements of this allegory…
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Androcles and the lion
Gratitude and compassion possess a reach far greater than fear; an act of simple kindness rendered in obscurity can return to save us in our darkest hour. This story takes place in…
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Man and his four wives
We spend our lives clinging to body, wealth, and relationships, yet only the invisible weight of our karma accompanies us beyond the threshold of death. Gautama Buddha said that each person has…
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Burdens give us wings
The heavy responsibilities we willingly shoulder for others do not weigh us down; when carried with grace and willingness, our greatest burdens transform into the very wings that elevate our spirits. An…
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True love never fades
Love finds its highest expression not in being recognised or rewarded, but in faithful, unwavering devotion that endures even when memory fades. It was a busy morning about 8:30 when an elderly…
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The story of tortoise and the hare revisited
Enduring success rarely belongs to isolated speed or stubborn persistence alone, but to those who continually adapt their strategy and pool their distinct strengths to master changing terrain. There is a story…
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Let me be thankful….
Gratitude does not always change what happens to us, but it can change what we see in what remains. Matthew Henry, the great Bible commentator, was robbed one day. He wrote in…
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Dignity of labour
The dignity of labour is a timeless value that teaches us to respect all forms of honest work, regardless of social status or profession. This inspiring story highlights the importance of hard…