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24 knew that this being must be a terrible Kapálik.

At the time of Nobokumar's arrival, the Kapálik was absorbed in incantations, or jup, or contemplation. Seeing Nobokumar, he did not even raise his eyebrows. After a long time be asked, "Who are you?" Nobokumar replied, "A Brahman."

The Kapálik said "Stay," and resumed his former occupation. Nobokumar stood and waited.