I went to see Kamaswami yesterday; he is a good merchant. He invited me to his house to visit today. He has a very wealthy house which is filled with servants that welcomed me at his door. We talked for a long time about my past life, mostly about my background of being a Samana. Kamaswami brought up many good points. For an example we discussed possessions and Kamaswami quoted, “Everyone gives what he has. The soldier gives strength, the merchant goods, the teacher instructions, the farmer rice, and the fisherman fish”. Well, I can think, I can wait, and I can fast which is more than those other people he talks about! I showed Kamaswami, especially when he questioned what I could give. I am actually very pleased with myself to say that I have been living as a Samana for more than three years! Not everyone can become a Samana, yet I did it. This was a job interview and I was accepted. I read to Kamaswami to prove to him that I am learned, and at the end of our conversation he invited me to his house and that is how I will be living. I am so happy!
"Good" is a dead word, try to stay away from it. "Wealthy" doesn't seem like the right adjective to describe a house, "expensive" or "luxurious" would work better. In the second to last sentence, the word "learned" should be changed to "educated". "Happy" is also a dead word. Otherwise, this posting is detailed and concise. Well done!
ReplyDelete-Jenna Grossinger
During his interview, does Siddhartha really think that fasting will help him become a good merchant?
ReplyDeleteDoes he think that Kamaswami will be able to teach him many things?
-Judith