I finally told father of my plan to join the Samanas. As expected, he became furious and rejected the idea at once and left the room. But I was stubborn and persistant. I didn't take no for an answer and I waited the whole night. Of course I grew tired and sleepy but it was important to prove to my father that I am determined to leave the town to embark on a new journey.
Eventually he gave in and permitted me to go.
"You will go into the forest and become a Samana." he said, "If you find bliss in the forest, come back and teach it to me. If you find disillusionment, come back, and we shall again offer sacrifices to the gods together."
Kind words but the thought of returning to this village doesn't appeal to me.
I followed my father's words and said goodbye to my mother.
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As I was leaving the town at daybreak I noticed someone come out of their hut to join me in my departure. It was my loyal friend, Govinda.
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