I am sharing this version of the original story I
heard from one of my School teacher in childhood. This is very inspirational
and I remember it till date. Read and get inspired.
Once there was a king who ruled a large kingdom.
His kingdom cherished and all went well. One fine day, his kingdom was attacked
by a cruel army. The king lost his army and his palace. He had to flee away and
rode his horse uphill until he reached the edge of the cliff. He then decided
to commit suicide by jumping down from the cliff as he had lost all his faith
along with all that he had. There was an old man sitting under a tree there who
was observing everything. When he understood that the king is about to commit
suicide, he walked up to him and uttered 3 words in the king's ear. The king
got enlightened immediately and changed his decision. He sat down calmly and
meditated for a while and planned something.
For the next 6 months, the king gathered his army
again. Provided that he knew his kingdom and people very well, he was able to
strategically wage a war against the enemies and defeated them. The king was
very happy that he got his kingdom back. The king hence declared a huge festive
party with a grand feast. There were dancers and musicians entertaining people
all around. The king was extremely happy now when he noticed the same old man
he met at the edge of the cliff 6 months ago, slowly walking up to him. The Old
man uttered those same 3 words to the king again and he understood the meaning
of life that very day. He became aware of an important life lesson that he
shared with everyone from then on. He also managed to successfully befriend his
enemies and won the hearts of all the people of his kingdom.
Now you must be waiting to hear those 3 words. They
are "Ithuvum Kadanthu Pogum". It’s in Tamil language. It translates
to "This too shall pass".
There are situations in life when we all go through
a lot of distress. These words are to be remembered during the times of great
distress and also during times of great joy. It is applicable in all emotional
states of our life. I am sure that these words of wisdom will enlighten your
life as well. Wishing you success and greatness in your life. Again.., this too
shall pass..!
