by Ranjha. From the Nala Damayanti series
Kangra School. Late 18th century AD
Even before Nala can reveal himself, Lord Indra sends a garland for Damayanti along with his proposal for marriage. With reverence Damayanti accepts the garland. She hears the marriage proposal, but does not respond. Some of her maids request her to accept the proposal. But Damayanti maintains a studied silence. Nala, invisible to all--including us, is pleased to see her diplomatic response. For silence is neither a negation, nor an acceptance of the proposal. A few maids leave being disappointed a bit by Damayanti's silence. In the other parts of the palace activities continue asusual.
Silence is important. It keeps the world guessing. It saves us from embarrassing situations. Learn to smile and be silent.
Silence is important. It keeps the world guessing. It saves us from embarrassing situations. Learn to smile and be silent.
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