In English
replied, “Likewise, cannot be bad by herself unless there are men of bad character in this village. If all the men in this village were good, this woman would not have turned bad. Therefore, it is men and their money that are responsible for the bad character of .” Saying so, he wanted to know if there was any individual in that gathering without any trace of evil in him, so that he could visit his house for lunch. No one came forward. Then said, “When there are so many bad men in the village, it is not proper to point an accusing finger at one woman. She turned bad due to bad company.” That is why it is said, “Tell me your company, I shall tell you what you are.” Realising their folly, the people fell at ’s feet and sought his forgiveness. Since then they started treating as one amongst them. Inspired by the teachings of , also took to the path of renunciation and led a pious life.