What do you think is the author's opinion about Shivaji? Which lines tell you this?
Answers
Answer:
Indian history’s one of the bravest and enlightened rulers, Chatrapati Shivaji is a legend for all times. His stupendous achievements carved him a unique place in the annals of this nation. The feats he could show to the world in terms of warfare, administration and nation building were phenomenal which few could replicate. Chatrapati Shivaji was a visionary who dreamt of a broad and wide Hindu nation that would also proclaim tolerance and comradeship in a tall manner. Here are a few quotes of Shivaji Maharaj which can inspire anyone with the ideals he stood for in his life.
Tolerance and duties of a ruler
“If a tree, which is not a highly elevated living entity, can be so tolerant and merciful to give sweet mangoes even when hit by anyone; being a king, should I not be more merciful and tolerant than the tree?”
Here Shivaji stresses on the importance of a ruler demonstrating tolerance and responsibility towards his subjects. Once a stone thrown by an old woman at a tree to fetch a mango accidentally hit Shivaji and he forgave her and rewarded her with the wealth that would support her to the rest of her life.
The glory of Motherhood
“Of all the rights of women, the greatest is to be a mother.”
Shivaji was molded and nurtured by his mother Jijibai who inspired him with stories from epics. Learnt to admire his mother from childhood, naturally Shivaji developed reverence for women. He punished those who erred against women and protected and honored the women captives during war though they belonged to an enemy nation.
Confidence and courage are important for men
“Never bend your head always hold it high.”
Shivaji’s name brings to our minds his dauntless spirit that could never be shaken during adversities and troubles. Shivaji stood up to challenges bravely and overcame the odds he faced on the way diligently.
Courage is in the heart of people and not in weapons
We all have a responsibility towards our fellowmen which we must fulfill in a discriminate manner
“You should promise to each person who needs your help, in order to achieve your goal. But fulfill only those promises that you have given to saints and holy people, not those given to thieves.”
Shivaji was a good son, an able administrator, a reliable friend, a worthy enemy and a knowledgeable motivator. He fulfilled his responsibilities towards others to the best of his abilities be it to his family or to the society. At the same time, we must be discriminated against in fulfilling promises. Thieves and oppressors are never worthy of wasting our promises on them.
God blesses the self-motivated
hope it helps you..:)