Acknowledgments

Per Indian mythology, the hierarchy of gratitude for life is in the order of mother (Matha), father (Pita), teacher (Guru), and god (Deivam). The Mother gives birth to the child, takes care of it, and shows the child its father. The Father provides for the child and takes the child to a Guru for education. The Guru then guides the child through spirituality and leads the child ultimately to God.

If you think of it, it is more than a mythology considering the sacrifices parents have to undergo during the process of bringing up their children from birth until they are successful in life. Any other type of sacrifice is really unmatchable on this earth. Thank you, Achha and Amma, you have provided the true light and directions; you ...

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