Kms038. Pilgrimage To Kasi-Part 4

KANCHI MAHA SWAMI After Hyderabad one had to cross Several mountains and forests, So, Maha Swami left that place, With a few of his followers. His carts, horse, elephant, Camel, and a few servants Remained in Andhra Pradesh Till his return after four years. He took bath on the way, In Godavari River one day, And went to Pendalwada In the Madhya Pradesh. There he gave lectures On Adi Sankara's works, Before the local people, Who praised him well. Also Pundits from Maharashtra Came and attended these lectures, And he gave them all good food With his blessings in the end. From there he went to Nagpur, Where lived many Pundits Speaking Telugu, Tamil, Marathi, Without any personal differences. They took him into the Town All the way in procession Reciting all Veda Mantras Sounding well in all the ears. He spoke in different languages, On various religious subjects, That attracted many people Who followed his speech well. He accepted their offerings In a spirit of more kindness Towards their earnestness In serving his daily needs. He also gave Kashmir shawls In appreciation of their recitals From various ancient scriptures, To keep alive those past ones.