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PEOPLE WITHOUT LOVE WANT EVERYTHING FOR THEMSELVES PEOPLE WITH LOVE WOULD NOT HESITATE TO DONATE EVEN THEIR ORGANS.

Thirukurral - Anbudaimai - Kural 72

By RiyaPublished 3 years ago 3 min read

Rama Chandran, a bright and curious elementary school student, found himself caught in the midst of a tumultuous family dynamic. His parents, both dedicated school teachers, had instilled in their children the values of tolerance, compassion, and the profound wisdom of Thirukkural. However, Rama Chandran's sister and brother seemed to constantly engage in bitter disputes, leaving him with a heavy heart. They sought his allegiance, eager for him to take sides in their endless arguments, but he kindly refused, perplexed by the constant turmoil that surrounded him.

Rama Chandran often found himself at a loss, unsure of how to navigate the countless conflicts that erupted within their household. Despite his parents' efforts to educate their children about the importance of love and understanding, their teachings appeared to have fallen on deaf ears. Yet, amidst the chaos, Rama Chandran's siblings shared a deep bond—a profound love for their youngest brother.

One fateful day, during a family vacation, disaster struck. Rama Chandran went missing, plunging the entire family into a state of despair. Initially hesitant to involve the authorities, his parents waited anxiously, hoping for his safe return. However, as hours turned into an agonizing eternity, fear consumed their hearts, and they finally decided to report him as a missing person.

Rama Chandran's siblings, fueled by a newfound unity born out of concern, resolved to take matters into their own hands. For the first time, they engaged in a discussion that wasn't tainted by bickering. They devised a plan to search for their beloved brother together and armed themselves with a cell phone to stay connected.

Methodically, they retraced the family's steps, visiting every place they had been with their parents. In a moment of clarity, Rama Chandran's sister recalled the library—a place he frequented due to his insatiable appetite for books and magazines. As time wore on, their anxiety grew, and the realization dawned upon them that they needed outside help. Seeking guidance from passersby, they hurriedly made their way toward the library, their hearts weighed down by dread and anxiety.

Arriving at the library, their breathless anticipation turned into overwhelming relief as they spotted Rama Chandran engrossed in books, blissfully unaware of the passage of time. A mixture of joy and tears enveloped the reunited siblings as they embraced each other tightly, their love overshadowing the recent turmoil they had experienced. Hastily, they reached out to their parents and informed them of the discovery, prompting them to rush to the library to bring their beloved Rama Chandran back home.

Instead of admonishing their youngest son for causing them such distress, Rama Chandran's parents enveloped him in a warm embrace, expressing their relief and concern. They lovingly instructed him to inform them of his plans before venturing off, emphasizing the importance of open communication within the family. In a poignant turn of events, the siblings who had once fought incessantly finally comprehended the profound message embedded within the Thirukkural verse their parents had shared with them.

For it was in the face of adversity that Rama Chandran's siblings discovered the transformative power of love and unity. They encouraged their children to share their thoughts and feelings, understanding that true understanding and harmony can only be achieved through dialogue and empathy.

They learned that love transcends petty disagreements and selfish desires, instilling within them the selflessness required to put others' well-being before their own. As the echoes of their bickering faded away, a newfound harmony emerged, forever etching the lessons of compassion and togetherness in their hearts. And so, Rama Chandran's family embarked on a new chapter—a chapter defined by love, understanding, and the willingness to share their lives selflessly with one another.

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