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strict penance with complete concentration and immovable
faith. Let’s emulate their strong Samyaktva and marvellous
character.

Coming back to the point, Sitaji was ready to accept the
eventualities of marrying even an ordinary, brave man because
she herself was courageous.

Mayana Sundari’s example :

She, too was a live example of faith and courage. Only
because of that she confidently and fearlessly presented
the Karma philosophy in front of her father. She stated,
“Parents are merely a medium in deciding the future

destiny of a daughter. Actually, it is the daughter’s own
karmas which determine her joy and sorrow.” Now was
the chance to really implement this philosophy in routine
life. Her father, King Prajapal presented an ordinary man
affected by white spots in front of Mayana and sarcastically,
told her, “Everything happens according to karma, right ?
Now, this leper has been decided as your husband by your
karmas. Now go on, marry him.” Mayana was brave and
strong and hence implemented the Karma Philosophy in her
own life without any dejection. She agreed to marry the
selected man without any hesitation. Inspite of the fact that
the man himself told her to not marry him, she was adamant
on her decision. She firmly declared, “My father’s wish and
choice is ultimate for me.” Thus, she accepted him as her
husband.

What a courageous action ! A beautiful and charming princess
readily accepted a leper as her husband. Why ? Just to display
her faith in the karma philosophy propounded by her. This act

portrayed her unmatched courage and glorious Samyaktva.
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