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Cow as a Useful Animal: Vasishta and Shabale

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What special talents did Shabale possess that impressed Kaushika?

Shabale could provide food and drink instantly when asked by Vasishta.

Why did Vasishta refuse to give Shabale to Kaushika?

Vasishta believed that Shabale belonged to the gods and goddesses and should not be misused.

What transformation did Shabale undergo when Kaushika attempted to take her by force?

Shabale transformed by exhibiting fire from her eyes and summoning soldiers from her body.

How did Kaushika's perspective change by the end of the story?

Kaushika realized he was not powerful enough to take Shabale by force and chose to become a sage. Signup and view all the answers

What lesson can be derived from Vasishta's interaction with Kaushika?

The lesson is that true strength lies not in power or force but in respect and understanding. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the initial encounter between Kaushika and Vasishta in the forest.

Kaushika and his soldiers approached Vasishta's hut, where he greeted them and requested Shabale to provide a meal. Signup and view all the answers

What does the story reveal about the relationship between Shabale and Vasishta?

The relationship is one of deep mutual respect and loyalty, with Shabale aiding Vasishta selflessly. Signup and view all the answers

What eventually became of Kaushika after his failed attempt to take Shabale?

Kaushika renounced his kingdom and went into the forest to become a sage, later known as Vishwamitra. Signup and view all the answers

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Warm-up Activity

Task A: Rearrange words to form sentences. Examples include: Animals are living beings; Animals also feel like us; Animals are useful to us.

Task B: Cow as a Useful Animal

Vasishta and Shabale (Nandini): A sage named Vasishta had a cow named Shabale (also known as Nandini), a daughter of the heavenly cow Kamadhenu
Generosity: Shabale provided food, drink, and clothes to Vasishta whenever he asked.
Happy Living: Both of them lived happily in the forest.

King Kaushika and Shabale

Kaushika's Request: Kaushika, a powerful king, wanted Shabale to serve in his palace. He offered ten thousand cows in exchange.
Vasishta's Refusal: Vasishta refused the offer, stating that Shabale belonged to the gods and goddess
Shabale's Defense: Shabale freed herself, became larger, and fired energy to ward off the king's soldiers.
Kaushika's Acceptance of Defeat: Kaushika recognized that his efforts were fruitless and left the Kingdom; he went to the forest, became a sage named Vishvamitra.

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Explore the relationship between the sage Vasishta and his divine cow Shabale in this engaging quiz. Discover how Shabale's generosity and power influenced Vasishta's life and resisted the attempts of King Kaushika to claim her. Test your understanding of this fascinating tale and its moral lessons.