He that was my friend at the Temple of the Tirthankars gave me a guide for this journey.

I came from Benares in the te-rain, when thy letter was given me.

Yes, I am well fed.

I need nothing.' 'But why didst thou not stay with the Kulu woman, O Holy One?
In what way didst thou get to Benares?
My heart has been heavy since we parted.' 'The woman wearied me by constant flux of talk and requiring charms for children.

I separated myself from that company, permitting her to acquire merit by gifts.