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where fanaticism is crossed, constant remembrance of goal is achieved and the steps are now steady and firm giving no scope for any alternative expression of one self. Tolerance is not lost, but conviction in one’s own path is sustained. Nirdwandwamu means without mincing words, what ever you do, you are convinced. It is a firm conviction you do not go back.
An incident depicting Karna (the great warrior of Mahabharata) –Karna is informed by Lord Surya that Indra would be asking for the natural armour and ear rings from him. Karna cannot be vanquished in a battle with these. Indra in the form of a Brahmin seeking alms comes to Karna and asks for his armour and ear rings. Though Karna recognizes Indra, he gives them without any hesitation. This shows the non-dual plainness of Karna who sticks to his principle of charity even if it means a great loss to him.
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