Question

What picture of the old fire-walker gradually emerges during the course of the narrative?
वृत्तान्त के दौरान आग पर चलने वाले की क्या तस्वीर धीरे-धीरे उभर कर आती है?

Answer 1

Answer:

The picture of the old fire~walker that gradually emerges during the course of the narrative is of an ascetic who has mastered the powers of his mind and body. He knows beforehand that the author would come to his rescue. He speaks excellent English which suggests that he is an educated man who has renounced worldly pleasures to lead an ascetic life. He has the wisdom of a philosopher. He tells the author that how the body is covered is not so important as how the mind works. His incredible feat of walking through fire without getting even a blister on his bare feet shows his excellent control over mental and physical powers which he could transfer to the author during his fire—walking with him.