Kagga 358
D. V. Gundappa · from the Kannada original
Transliteration
idu naDeyalillavadu nintuhOyitenuttayedeyubbegavanondi kudiyutihudEkO?adhikArapaTTavanu ninagAru kaTTiharu?vidhiya mEstriyE nInu? – MANKUTIMMA
Interpretation
The Creator has so designed the Universe with a veil of illusion that gives a feeling to man that he is on top of everything in his life
Even more, in some people, this illusion even gives a feeling that they can also influence other people’s destiny…such people get drunk in arrogance thinking they have such power
Mankutimma, the reality is actually quite different. Not every action of ours gives the results that we desire…often they give contradictory ones…else, it may appear that nothing is moving ahead…when faced with such challenges, stay calm, sharpen your senses, think with an open mind, analyse everything objectively…don’t unnecessarily get super excited & try to change yours & others’ destiny. It is not within your powers…your role is to think, understand, learn & act to the best of your capability…and do not worry about the results endlesslessly – for they are but an outcome & reflection of the quality of your efforts.
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