A Curious Question
Akbar asked, “If I place a candle in front of a mirror, will its light double?”
Birbal’s Gentle Wisdom
He replied, “No, O Majesty. The mirror only reflects—it adds nothing. But if another candle is lit from the first, the light truly increases.”
Akbar’s Reflection
“Then let me not reflect goodness, but become its source.”
Lesson to Be Learned
Imitation is shallow. True devotion is not borrowed—it must be ignited within. The sincere devotee lights others by the fire of his own inner connection with Kṛṣṇa.
