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Charittharpakayan: Charitthar 48 The Tale Of Noor Jehan
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<blockquote data-quote="spnadmin" data-source="post: 125057" data-attributes="member: 35"><p>Sangat ji</p><p></p><p>This is what was told about the Charitthars and I myself accepted this understanding until about a year and a half ago. </p><p></p><p style="text-align: center"> <strong>CHARITROPAKHIYAN</strong></p> <p style="text-align: center"></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="color: Blue">This composition highlights the various faces of woman. While the positive roles played by woman as a wife, as a mother, as a soldier are outlined, the negative aspect of some women who stoop to lowly activities has also been brought out.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="color: Blue">It begins by elucidating the extreme bravery and courage of Devi Bhagwati and highlights her various deeds of glory. This is followed by the various positive ways in which women contribute to the welfare of their families in particular and society in general. The examples are drawn from the Mahabharata, Puranas, Brihat Katha, Katha Sahitya Saagar, Alif Laila, Ayaarey Dayish and other comtemporary literature. On reading about the various characters included in this composition one also gets an insight into the culture, tradition and values of the society and region of which they are a part.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="color: Blue">Thus, through the given examples, Guru Ji has formulated a very strong value system for the reader, laying down rules to be upheld and followed by both men and women so that a society free from all mortal sins may be formed.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue">I am here to learn and the questions that persist present themselves over and over in connection to several of the chapters in Dasam Granth. Charittar 48 is followed by some of my questions.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chritar Forty eight</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Tale of No or Jehan</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Emperor Jehangir had Noor Jehan as his Begum, the Rani.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Whole world knew she was quite domineering over him.(1)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Noor Jehan said to him like this, ‘Listen, Jehangir, my Raja,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘Me and you go for hunting today and would take all the women</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">with us.’(2)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Acquiescing to her request, Jehangir set out to go for hunting,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">And reached the jungle with all the lady-friends.(3)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">The ladies in their red clothes were looking so attractive,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">That they were penetrating the hearts of both, the humans and the</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">gods</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">In new clothes, pristine youth, unique features,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">And distinctive ear-wears, they were all looking exquisite.(5)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Some fair and some with dark complexion,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">All were complimented by Jehangir.(6) .</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Some women were riding the elephants and all were holding rifles in the hands. They were gossiping, talking, and were bowing their heads to Jehangir.(7)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Some were sitting with their folded hands; they did not let any deer to pass through.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Some were sitting on the backs of the bullocks and some were on the backs of the horses.(8)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Some drew out the guns and some swords,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Some were holding the spears and some bows and arrows.(9)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">First the dogs were let loose to chase the deer, then were sent the tiger after them.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Then hunted the wild horses and all that was done because he loved</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Noor Jehan very much.(10)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Holding a gun, Noor Jehan, as well, killed deer, antelopes and bears.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Also a number of animals killed by the other begums reached the</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">heaven.(11)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">The deer were so affected by the looks of the Begums,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">That they, without any hits, sacrificed their lives.(l2)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Those who were struck with sharp swords could be saved,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">But the ones, who were pierced by the arrows through female eyes,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">could not be.(13)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">A number of ladies rode the horses and injured the deer,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">And a few poor fellows lost their souls and fell down just effected by</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">the arrows out of the female looks.(l4)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">(105)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">The hunting was proceeding thus, when a huge lion emerged.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">The Emperor heard the roar, as well, and all the ladies gathered round him.(15)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">A shield (of protection), with the buffaloes, was created at the front,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">And then followed the Emperor and the Begums,(l6)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Jehangir aimed and shot but could not hit the lion,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">The lion was infuriated and jumped towards the Emperor.(17)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">The she-elephant ran away. Noor Jehan was stunned.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">When Jodha Bai noticed, she aimed and shot the gun.(18)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">When the bullet hit, the lion breathed its last,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">She came forward and made obeisance to the Rani three times.(l9)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">The Emperor was delighted that she had saved his life.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">He expressed his gratitude to her for rescuing him.(20)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">When Noor Johan’s friend talked to her about this episode,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Jehangir was eavesdropping too.(21)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘A person who can kill a lion, to that person what is a human being?</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘God be benevolent and one must be fearful of such a person.’(22)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Arril</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">When Jehangir heard this, he flew into rage and shook his head.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘One should not go near such a woman, as one could lose one’s life.’(23)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Chaupaee</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">After hearing this, Jehangir was dreaded, and he became fearful of</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">women.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘One who kills the lion instantly, how can a man encounter her,’ (he</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">thought).(24)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><strong><em>Dohira</em></strong></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘Plenty of Chritars are there in females; no one can perceive them.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘They do whatever they like; all transpires the way they wish.(25)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">(106)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘She saved her favourite by killing the lion with one stroke.</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">‘The ladies attain variable characteristic within a few moments.’(26)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">Emperor Jehangir became gloomy in his mind,</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'">And, then on, always remained cautious of women.(27)(1)</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><em>Forty-eighth Parable of Auspicious Chritars</em></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><em>Conversation of the Raja and the Minister,</em></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><em>Completed with Benediction. (48)(843)</em></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><em>To be continued.</em></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue">Charittharpakayan literally means Tales of the Wiles of Women. Who can answer my questions?</span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue">What is the deeper spiritual understanding of this tale of the wiles of Noor Jehan?</span> <span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue">Would Dasam Pita take advantage of a story-telling opportunity to use Noor Jehan and Jehangir as the subjects of an object lesson?</span> <span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue">Is this an actual event? Or fiction? How did the life of Noor Jehan end?</span> <span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue">How does such a story fit with the message of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Maharaj who says, From her kings were born? A message that celebrates the virtues of women and would not have kings be gloomy because of women?</span> <span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue">Very perplexing to say the least. Because here is a king who is saying, </span> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><span style="color: Blue">‘One who kills the lion instantly, how can a man encounter her,’ (he</span></span><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span> <span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"><span style="color: Blue">thought).(24) This pits man against woman and hints at a deep fear of the inner strength of women, typical of men who are unsure of their own masculinity. But Guru Nanak honored her strength as a gift to the men around her. </span></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: 'Times-BoldItalic'"></span>ਨਾਨਕ ਭੰਡੈ ਬਾਹਰਾ ਏਕੋ ਸਚਾ ਸੋਇ ॥ </p> <p style="text-align: left">naanak bhanddai baaharaa eaeko sachaa soe ||</p> <p style="text-align: left">O Nanak, only the True Lord is without a <span style="color: red"><span style="color: red">woman</span></span>.</p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"> </p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"><span style="color: Blue"></span></p> <p style="text-align: left"></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="spnadmin, post: 125057, member: 35"] Sangat ji This is what was told about the Charitthars and I myself accepted this understanding until about a year and a half ago. [CENTER] [B]CHARITROPAKHIYAN[/B] [/CENTER] [LEFT] [COLOR=Blue]This composition highlights the various faces of woman. While the positive roles played by woman as a wife, as a mother, as a soldier are outlined, the negative aspect of some women who stoop to lowly activities has also been brought out.[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue] [/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue]It begins by elucidating the extreme bravery and courage of Devi Bhagwati and highlights her various deeds of glory. This is followed by the various positive ways in which women contribute to the welfare of their families in particular and society in general. The examples are drawn from the Mahabharata, Puranas, Brihat Katha, Katha Sahitya Saagar, Alif Laila, Ayaarey Dayish and other comtemporary literature. On reading about the various characters included in this composition one also gets an insight into the culture, tradition and values of the society and region of which they are a part.[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue] [/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue]Thus, through the given examples, Guru Ji has formulated a very strong value system for the reader, laying down rules to be upheld and followed by both men and women so that a society free from all mortal sins may be formed.[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue]I am here to learn and the questions that persist present themselves over and over in connection to several of the chapters in Dasam Granth. Charittar 48 is followed by some of my questions.[/COLOR] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chritar Forty eight[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Tale of No or Jehan[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Emperor Jehangir had Noor Jehan as his Begum, the Rani.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Whole world knew she was quite domineering over him.(1)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Noor Jehan said to him like this, ‘Listen, Jehangir, my Raja,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘Me and you go for hunting today and would take all the women[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]with us.’(2)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Acquiescing to her request, Jehangir set out to go for hunting,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]And reached the jungle with all the lady-friends.(3)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]The ladies in their red clothes were looking so attractive,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]That they were penetrating the hearts of both, the humans and the[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]gods[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]In new clothes, pristine youth, unique features,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]And distinctive ear-wears, they were all looking exquisite.(5)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Some fair and some with dark complexion,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]All were complimented by Jehangir.(6) .[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Some women were riding the elephants and all were holding rifles in the hands. They were gossiping, talking, and were bowing their heads to Jehangir.(7)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Some were sitting with their folded hands; they did not let any deer to pass through.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Some were sitting on the backs of the bullocks and some were on the backs of the horses.(8)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Some drew out the guns and some swords,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Some were holding the spears and some bows and arrows.(9)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]First the dogs were let loose to chase the deer, then were sent the tiger after them.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Then hunted the wild horses and all that was done because he loved[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Noor Jehan very much.(10)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Holding a gun, Noor Jehan, as well, killed deer, antelopes and bears.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Also a number of animals killed by the other begums reached the[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]heaven.(11)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]The deer were so affected by the looks of the Begums,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]That they, without any hits, sacrificed their lives.(l2)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Those who were struck with sharp swords could be saved,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]But the ones, who were pierced by the arrows through female eyes,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]could not be.(13)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]A number of ladies rode the horses and injured the deer,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]And a few poor fellows lost their souls and fell down just effected by[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]the arrows out of the female looks.(l4)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic](105)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]The hunting was proceeding thus, when a huge lion emerged.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]The Emperor heard the roar, as well, and all the ladies gathered round him.(15)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]A shield (of protection), with the buffaloes, was created at the front,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]And then followed the Emperor and the Begums,(l6)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Jehangir aimed and shot but could not hit the lion,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]The lion was infuriated and jumped towards the Emperor.(17)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]The she-elephant ran away. Noor Jehan was stunned.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]When Jodha Bai noticed, she aimed and shot the gun.(18)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]When the bullet hit, the lion breathed its last,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]She came forward and made obeisance to the Rani three times.(l9)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]The Emperor was delighted that she had saved his life.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]He expressed his gratitude to her for rescuing him.(20)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]When Noor Johan’s friend talked to her about this episode,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Jehangir was eavesdropping too.(21)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘A person who can kill a lion, to that person what is a human being?[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘God be benevolent and one must be fearful of such a person.’(22)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Arril[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]When Jehangir heard this, he flew into rage and shook his head.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘One should not go near such a woman, as one could lose one’s life.’(23)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Chaupaee[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]After hearing this, Jehangir was dreaded, and he became fearful of[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]women.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘One who kills the lion instantly, how can a man encounter her,’ (he[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]thought).(24)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][B][I]Dohira[/I][/B][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘Plenty of Chritars are there in females; no one can perceive them.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘They do whatever they like; all transpires the way they wish.(25)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic](106)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘She saved her favourite by killing the lion with one stroke.[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]‘The ladies attain variable characteristic within a few moments.’(26)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]Emperor Jehangir became gloomy in his mind,[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic]And, then on, always remained cautious of women.(27)(1)[/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][I]Forty-eighth Parable of Auspicious Chritars[/I][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][I]Conversation of the Raja and the Minister,[/I][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][I]Completed with Benediction. (48)(843)[/I][/FONT] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][I]To be continued.[/I][/FONT] [COLOR=Blue] Charittharpakayan literally means Tales of the Wiles of Women. Who can answer my questions? What is the deeper spiritual understanding of this tale of the wiles of Noor Jehan?[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue] Would Dasam Pita take advantage of a story-telling opportunity to use Noor Jehan and Jehangir as the subjects of an object lesson?[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue] Is this an actual event? Or fiction? How did the life of Noor Jehan end?[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue] How does such a story fit with the message of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Maharaj who says, From her kings were born? A message that celebrates the virtues of women and would not have kings be gloomy because of women?[/COLOR] [COLOR=Blue] Very perplexing to say the least. Because here is a king who is saying, [/COLOR] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][COLOR=Blue]‘One who kills the lion instantly, how can a man encounter her,’ (he[/COLOR][/FONT][COLOR=Blue] [/COLOR] [FONT=Times-BoldItalic][COLOR=Blue]thought).(24) This pits man against woman and hints at a deep fear of the inner strength of women, typical of men who are unsure of their own masculinity. But Guru Nanak honored her strength as a gift to the men around her. [/COLOR] [/FONT]ਨਾਨਕ ਭੰਡੈ ਬਾਹਰਾ ਏਕੋ ਸਚਾ ਸੋਇ ॥ naanak bhanddai baaharaa eaeko sachaa soe || O Nanak, only the True Lord is without a [COLOR=red][COLOR=red]woman[/COLOR][/COLOR]. [COLOR=Blue] [/COLOR] [/LEFT] [/QUOTE]
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