Kagga 266
D. V. Gundappa · 1887–1975 · from the Kannada original
Transliteration
bALa haLivudadEke? gOLa karevudadEke?bALidallade tappadEna mADidoDamkELiyudu bommanADipanu nInadaroLagepAlugoLalabEDa – MANKUTIMMA
Interpretation
The Universe does not allow anyone to remain in complete isolation nor does it allow them to be in complete control…it is the unseen Cosmic Spirit that determines the role that each individual plays here
During the course of your life you will face many difficulties, many challenges…they are all life experiences that are meant to strengthen you as a person & evolve…so why crib about these difficulties? Why cry? Why whine?
Mankutimma, you need to understand that irrespective of the extent of challenges, you cannot escape from them…you need to take them head-on & overcome these. Once you understand that the Universe is a theatre in which you are a mere participant in the play that is directed by Him & that irrespective of your attempts, you cannot escape these life experieces – you will realise that it is better to be a willing participant with all your senses…only then can one find the true purpose of life…only then can one evolve
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