DHARMA IN ACTION

Ah! what a miracle, when Dhrmaja turned to see there, 
There was neither dog, nor its trace, its space was bare. 
To his consternation, he saw there ²⁰Yamadharmaraja beaming, 
Hands stretched, lips flashing smiles, and eyes gleaming.

Said then the God of Death, "My joy, dear son; like ocean 
Is boundless, sorry I can't figure out any of its portion 
You breathed life to Dharma and made it eternal and exemplary 
Take it from me, it lies beyond the ken of complimentary.

Taking the from of dog, I put you to test to see for myself 
Your ²¹Dharma Nirnaya, Oh! it's grand and transcended self 
You shall be ²²amarajivi and your word and fame will live 
As long as the cosmos, and to emulate it all must strive."

Before vanishing, he lifted Dharmaja and hugging him tight. 
"Your matchless selflessness, he said, "opened a chapter bright 
By enriching my name and sanctifying the noble profession 
You excelled Dharm Devatha. Let this be the goal of every mission.

20. the king of Hell and Death 
21. decision making faculty ... , 
22. immortal man.

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