Kagga 248
D. V. Gundappa · 1887–1975 · from the Kannada original
Transliteration
terigegaLu halavunTu prakRutigam salluvuvuterade nIm mareye danDipaLAke munidukaraNamgaLAkeyavu mitadoLavugaLa baLasiteru saluva bADigeya – MANKUTIMMA
Interpretation
The Creator in his infinite wisdom has imparted a very efficient system of checks & balances in the Universe
The Universe is a rich reservoir of all resources than man can harness in his quest to progress. However, there is no free lunch here…every action has a counter-reaction…and comes with a cost that man has to return back to nature.
Mankutimma, the dynamics of interactions have been so created that man cannot progress without harnessing the natural resources; but at the same time, if he misuses them, then there is a heavy price to pay for it…which takes his progress back significantly. These resources are meant to be used in moderation…some of these are perennial; while others are not. So each time, man uses a resource; he has to give back & replenish it…else, nature’s retribution is quick & in plenty. So, as you grow & evolve as a person, be sure that you live in harmony with nature & do not pillage it.
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