Kagga 279
D. V. Gundappa · 1887–1975 · from the Kannada original

Transliteration
yamanigEkapakIrti? Nararu balu karuNigaLe?mamateyino rOSHadino hAsyadino hEgOnimiSHanimiSHamumorvaninnorvananu tikkisameyisuvanAyuvanu – MANKUTIMMA
Interpretation
In one sense, the Universe is a melange of living & non-living beings – at another level, the Universe is a complex smorgasbord of emotions
Every person demonstrates myriad emotions during the course of his life…some dominant & others dormant…what is seen is not necessarily the true reflection of the real personality of the person
Mankutimma, it is very easy to stereotype a person as good or bad; beautiful or ugly and so on. Upon reflection, you will find that it is not necessarily true – it is very easy to consider Yama as cold-hearted…is it true? Isnt he consistent in only following his true calling? Look around you…arent people causing negative impact on others even by displaying perceived positive emotions of love, compassion, laughter…and vice-versa. Your life is nothing but an emotional roller coaster that affects you each time you emote…so, keep an open mind – experience everything, learn & become a better human
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