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कर्णोत्पलेनापि मुखं सनाथं
लभेत नेत्रद्युतिनिर्जितेन।
यद्येतदीयेन ततः कृतार्था स्वचक्षुषी
किं कुरुते कुरङ्गी॥

Even a face adorned with ear-lotus finds no glory if the eyes don’t shine—true beauty lies in expression.

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The dangling earrings and the gentle curve of her smile make the necklace look heavy—the true ornament is her grace.

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God, uncertain how to enhance the face, added dark eyebrows—expressing divine craftsmanship and poetic wit.

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Jealous wives may enter ears, but not the beloved’s eyes—courtesy and affection arise from habit, not force.

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Daily homage to the Jina, practice of charity, vows, and learning scriptures should be the life of a devout listener.

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One should firmly resolve to perform duties, for a man who completely avoids action inevitably meets downfall.

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Even after being advised by loving kin, a man driven by desire neglects duty and ignores good counsel—root of all misfortune.

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A king’s primary duty is to protect those who surrender. King Śibi became renowned for saving a dove from a hawk.

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Each day, one must cheerfully observe small vows, for death strikes regardless of effort—even in those greatly accomplished.

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Regular accumulation is wise, but hoarding leads to ruin—like the greedy jackal shot while storing excess.

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