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Rh urged him to perform the ceremonies usual among Hindus for the repose of the souls of ancestors.

The Guru and Mardana in the course of their travels found themselves at a grain-dealer's house. A son had just been born to one of the partners, and several people had come to offer him congratulations. Some threw red powder in token of joy, and voices of blessing and congratulation filled the neighbourhood. Mardana sat down and gazed on the