As long as the body is suffering from some discomforts, our mind will be fixed there. A healthy, well nourished and well protected body is needed for ruling the country well. The king needs the best kind of equipment and accessories to support his work.

When the king takes care of his people, they in turn look after him very well. However intelligent and efficient a ruler is, he cannot do anything alone. He needs loyalty and support from his people. This mutual understanding and support is the back bone of any administration. Our ancient rulers knew this truth very well. Prithu was a noble king who set up a good example, how to rule the country and support the people well.

(It is worth comparing Prithu with our modern rulers who aspire power for their personal benefit and luxurious life only).

Prithu’s wisdom is more evident, when he rejects praising his glory. Today, people run after fame and publicity. Even before accomplishing something, they want to enjoy all the benefits of stardom. This will create unnecessary competition, fall in effort and performance and finally failure and depression. Craving for publicity and the desire to stay on top forever will ultimately turn out to be disastrous.