Passage 6

In English

“Whatever I undertake is designed to promote the welfare of the world. If I do not undertake action, the Universe would come to a standstill. Having killed who was unfair, unjust and proud, I gave the kingdom to his father . Similarly, I destroyed wicked rulers like and and gave away their kingdoms to the nearest of their kin. I did not retain anything for Myself. All this was done only for the protection of . From age to age, I have been working without respite even for a minute for the preservation of . I remain just a spectator without any personal motive. In every age, whenever righteousness declines and unrighteousness raised its hood, I incarnated Myself. For the protection of the virtuous and for the destruction of evil and for the restoration of , I manifest Myself from age to age.” Hearing these words of , said in all humility, “I shall do as you ordain.” Then said soothingly and lovingly, “Follow me with folded hands and proceed to obtain the permission of , your grandfather.” The were given to following ’s words without questioning. Leaving his footwear and crown, walked behind with folded hands. , , and watched this sight and realising that was walking behind to some purpose, they too set their crowns down, removed their shoes, folded their hands and walked behind . The looked at this scene and shouted for joy, thinking that the five brothers were frightened by the mighty commanders on the side and had come to surrender.