Guest guest Posted September 25, 2003 Report Share Posted September 25, 2003 Tukaram's bitter gourd Tukaram was once asked by his fellow villagers to join them on a pilgrimage. He said he was busy with his family affairs but would like to send an item with the group. He gave them a bitter gourd to carry with them. In due time the group returned from the pilgrimage and returned the gourd to Tukaram. Tukaram invited them to a meal and made a preparation using the gourd. The preparation was very bitter and all complained. Tukaram explained, " The aim of pilgrimage should be to replace the bitterness that we possess with sweetness. The gourd obviously had not succeeded " : ) All rituals we carry out should not be for external show but should bring about a real inner transformation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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