#(Buddha) 29 The Physician And His Children

Once a physician went out. His children, by an accident, Took some mild poison That caused severe pain. On return, he found them Down in a state of alarm. He prepared an antidote And asked them to take it. Some took it and got cured. Some refused and suffered. He was worried about Those who were adamant. He told, “I’m going out. Here is the antidote. For you, none will be here This is my only fear.” That was a trick he played And with his friend, he stayed. After a few days, he sent word Thru’ his friend that he was dead. The sick children were shaky And became so panicky They had to take then, The antidote medicine. Buddha said, “I’m the physician And you’re those children. I give you all medicine. Leaving it to your option.” “Some listen to me, And others ignore me. But my medicine is free. Its benefit, you shall see.” How to convince people? This was another example. He was so kind and liberal They understood him well.