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Brothers Who Founded An
Brothers Who Founded An
It was a long chase. The rabbits were running for their life. The
dogs were catching up. Suddenly, in a swift move, the rabbits
turned and faced the dogs. Taken aback by the show of defiance,
the barking dogs stepped back. Hakka called back the dogs. As the
dogs turned back, the rabbits walked away.
“That’s the quality of this land,” said a quiet voice, “Even rabbits
give fight.”
The brothers had heard that Vidyaranya was doing penance on the
banks of the Tungabhadra. Nobody knew his exact whereabouts.
And here he was, giving them his blessings!
“There are hundreds of kingdoms. Tell me, in what way will your
kingdom be different?” asked Vidyaranya.
Vidyaranya smiled, “I’m glad you said it. Truth and justice. Peace
and prosperity. You will build an empire that will stand for the
victory for truth and justice. Call it Vijayanagara. Build your
capital at the very place which knows no fear,where even rabbits
are courageous!”