Kagga 208
D. V. Gundappa · 1887–1975 · from the Kannada original
Transliteration
tannannu tanu gurutisikoLLade tAnAgimannisu ballavanige mAnavatege mUlachinnadAgiyU doddadAgiyU kANademannisi mannisi bALuvudu – MANKUTIMMA
Interpretation
Without recognizing oneself, without understanding one's own true nature, one cannot truly live
The root of humanity lies in the ability to forgive – both oneself & others
Whether something is small or big, whether one is in a high position or low – the ability to forgive & move on is what makes life worth living
Mankutimma, learn to forgive & live. That is the secret to a peaceful & fulfilling life.
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