Ishukar Raja
What are the names of Bhrigu Purohit’s two sons?
Devbhadra and Yashobhadra.
What did the children do when they saw the sadhus?
They climbed a tree.
Who ruled in the city of Kampilpur?
King Sayanti.
Where did King Sayanti go to hunt deer?
To a park named Kesar in Kampilpur.
Why did Harikeshi Bal have to take birth in a lower caste?
He took birth in a lower caste because he took pride in his community in his previous birth.
Who was instilling fear in the children towards saints?
Their mother, wife Yasha.
Describe the sequence of who inspired whom to take diksha.
The sequence is as follows: The two sons (Devbhadra and Yashobhadra) were inspired by the sages, the Bhrigu priest (Bhrigu Purohit) was inspired by his sons, wife Yasha was inspired by her husband (Bhrigu Purohit), Queen Kamalavati was inspired by the Bhrigu priest, and Ishukar Raja was inspired by Queen Kamalavati.
What was King Sayanti's bad habit?
Hunting.
What did Muniraj advise the king about his actions?
Muniraj advised the king to give protection to all beings, to stop indulging in cruel acts like violence, and to understand that nothing in this world is eternal.
What inspired Harikeshi Bal to renounce the world?
The discarding by fellow children and witnessing the scene of a piousness snake being killed and a non-piousness snake walking harmlessly inspired him to renounce the world.
What advice did the sages give to the children?
The sages advised the children, inspiring them to take diksha.
Why did Queen Kamalavati decide to take self-control (sayam)
Queen Kamalavati decided to take self-control because she did not find happiness in material pleasures and was influenced by her realization that taking money from Brahmins was not good.
What did King Sayanti see Angar Mahatma doing in the garden of Kesar?
Engrossed in self-study and meditation.
How did King Sayanti's feelings change when he saw Muniraj?
His arrogance turned to fear, and he felt a pang of guilt and apprehension.
What did the Yaksha do when Harikeshi Muni was insulted by the princess?
The Yaksha became angry, entered the princess's body, and started playing mischief.
What did wife Yasha argue about when her husband decided to take diksha?
Wife Yasha presented many arguments but eventually agreed to take diksha when she saw her husband's determination.
What did Queen Kamalavati say about taking money from Brahmins?
Queen Kamalavati said that taking money from Brahmins is not good and questioned its value, saying it was all waste and did not bring happiness.
Why did King Sayanti become scared when he saw Muniraj?
He realized that his reckless actions had disturbed the sage’s retreat, and he felt guilty for potentially harming the sage.
What is the significance of the tale of King Sayanti?
The tale serves as a cautionary reminder of the dangers of unchecked ambition and the importance of humility in the face of divine presence. It also highlights the transformative power of remorse and reflection.
How did the Yaksha suggest resolving the situation after the princess insulted Harikeshi Muni?
The Yaksha suggested marrying the princess to the ascetic, which resulted in her marriage to the Brahman chief by default.
Who was the first person to take diksha in the passage?
Bhrigu Purohit's sons, Devbhadra and Yashobhadra, were the first to decide to take diksha.
What did all the characters ultimately attain at the end of the passage?
Keval gyan
What feelings did Sayanti Raja attain after listening to Muniraj Gardbhaali's sermons?
He attained Mahan Sanveg (intense desire for salvation) and Nirveda (detachment from the world and sensual pleasures).
What lesson does the tale of King Sayanti teach about unchecked ambition and humility?
The tale teaches that unchecked ambition can lead to reckless and harmful actions, but through humility and reflection, one can attain a deeper understanding and desire for salvation.
What significant event happened when Harikeshi Muni went to seek alms at the yagya, and how was the situation ultimately resolved?
When Harikeshi Muni went to seek alms, the acharya, who was the husband of the princess, refused to give him food and insulted him. The Yaksha retaliated, but the situation was resolved when the princess praised the ascetic, leading the acharya to calm down, bow to Harikeshi Muni, and offer him food. Harikeshi Muni ultimately purified his soul and attained liberation.