TIRUVANGAD - SRI RAMA TEMPLE  
THOMAS HARVEY BABER

Now comes the proof of Sri Rama's boundless compassion for bhaktas which transcends man-made distinctions, like caste, religion, race, region etc. After several years of Tippu's humiliating retreat, there came here one British Officer by name Thomas Harvey Baber. He was an Englishman with a difference. He used to respect the traditions of the people, he ruled over. Divinity embedded in his heart and was guiding him in all his endeavors. People held him in high esteem. Hi was regularly visiting the temple and offering prayers as he realised the glory of Sri Rama.

Besides, he was standing and saluting the Lord whenever he passed by the temple. His religiosity was commendable and the archamurti was highly elated at his attitude. And provided an eminent place in his heart, being a rare English bhakta. Once he was galloping fast on his horse before the temple, impelled by the urgency of his presence at a far off place. So forgot to pay obeisance to the Lord as his wont. Ail on a sudden, the horse came to a sudden stop - it was immobilized - could go neither forward or backward. Grand! A noble breed endowed with divine traits.

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