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are fine, it implies that the entire universe is fine as well. If
you are fine, it means that I am happy.” Sparkling tears of joy
rolled down her cheeks. “How should I felicitate this lucky
gentleman who gave me the news of Lord’s well being?”, she
thought. She asked, Ambad, “Though you are here on a
pilgrimage, give me a chance to serve you. You gave me the
great news of my beloved Lord’s well-being. How much ever
I greet and welcome you – it does not suffice. Give me a

chance to serve you.”

Ambad replied, “You are at such a high level that I am not
worthy to accept your service.”

Sulsa asked, “Why do you say so?”

Ambad answered, “Mother! I know what I am saying. Lord
Mahavira has judged you as the best in the city of Rajgrihi.”

He further explained, “While leaving for Rajgrihi I went to
ask the Lord if he had some work ‘Lord! I am going to
Rajgrihi. Any order for me?’ At that point of time, Lord
asked me to deliver a short message to you. In the entire
huge city of Rajgrihi, He found none other than you to be
worthy of receiving his message. Now do you understand the
high, dignified post that you enjoy?

Sulsa was spellbound. She could not believe her ears. “What?

Did Lord Mahavira send a message to an unworthy soul like
me?” Impatient to hear the words, she excitedly asked,” Please
tell me. What is the message sent by my saviour, my protector,
my heartbeat Lord Mahavira?”

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