In English
I went to Madras from Bombay. At Madras, the was fuming. The furious asked Me, “, who is this wicked fellow? For earning his livelihood, he is tarnishing the image of . I shall reply to him.” I said, “, do not react to it.” A week later the convened a huge gathering. The meeting was attended by many from and . The discussed this matter. They were convinced that only people jealous of others’ fame and name would indulge in such cheap activities. The considered to be the very breath of his life and loved very much. I tried to pacify him, but he would not stop. When one of the asked Me, I replied, “Friendship or fight should be between equals. He should be My equal to challenge Me. I do not accept challenges from any person roaming on the street. My dear son, the cow eats grass, the pig eats excreta and man eats rice. It makes sense when a man challenges another to eat as much rice as he can. If a pig challenges a man to eat excreta, should he respond? Therefore, I will not respond to the challenge.” This reply delighted the gathering.