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प्रश्न
Visit a library:
Read the biographies of other Indian Saints. Share at least one story from their life with your friends. What message does it contain?
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उत्तर
Story of Saint Kabir: The Power of Forgiveness
Saint Kabir, one of India’s greatest mystics and poets, lived a simple and virtuous life. He often emphasized love, humility, and unity among people. One day, a group of angry villagers approached Kabir with stones and sticks. They were upset because Kabir's teachings challenged their rigid practices and prejudices.
Instead of retaliating, Kabir calmly sat down and greeted them with kindness. He said, "You may harm my body, but hatred cannot touch my soul." His peaceful demeanor and words melted the villagers' anger. They realized their mistake and sought his forgiveness. Kabir forgave them and continued spreading his message of love and unity.
Message:
This story teaches the power of forgiveness and non-violence. Kabir’s actions show that responding to anger and hatred with love and compassion can transform even the hardest hearts. It inspires us to practice patience and understanding in our daily lives.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow:
That for themselves a cooling covert make
"Gainst the hot season; the mid forest brake,
Rich with the sprinkling of fair musk-rose blooms;
..................
(a) Identify the poem and the poet.
(b) What is the role of the clear rills?
(c) How has the mid forest brake become rich?
(d) Name the figure of speech in 'cooling covert'.
‘But the peasant bowed and prayed to God ...........’ What could he have prayed for?
Prepare similar word chains using the following ideas.
| rain | drizzle | ______ | ______ | ______ |
| wind | breeze | ______ | ______ | ______ |
| sunshine | warm | ______ | ______ | ______ |
| waterbody | pool | ______ | ______ | ______ |
| size | big | ______ | ______ | ______ |
| size | small | ______ | ______ | ______ |
Say whether you agree or disagree.
The children would have behaved well on the train if their aunt had scolded them harshly.
Discuss how you will measure the worth of a journey.
Read the letter again and write a few lines on each of the following.
- things that the coach taught….
- transformation in the child……..
- things that amazed the writer……..
Usha took shelter in the ______.
Write the correct word.
| rooster, king, hen, tiger, queen, tigress. |
Replace the bold word/words with a word from the quiver and re-write the sentence –
In no time she hit the object she aimed at.
Which part of the plant should be watered?
