In English
Take Refuge In The Name Of God
Once along with his disciples was going to the river to take a bath. On the river bank, Shankara saw a (scholar) repeating the rules of grammar. On seeing him, Shankara asked, “What benefit will accrue to you by learning the rules of grammar?” The replied, “I will become a great scholar and get a high post in the court of kings. I can then lead a happy life.” Then Shankara said to him, “Oh foolish man! The rules of grammar will not save you when your end approaches. Chant the Name of (). Sing the glory of God and experience the bliss of God-realisation. This is the goal of human life.” Man gets temporary happiness from earning wealth and acquiring high positions in life. But nothing will go with him when he dies. No friend and relative can save him at the time of death. Man should therefore take refuge in the Name of God.