There was a rich man who had a son. When the son grew up, he gave up his home and became an ascetic. He achieved great powers through meditation. Slowly, he obtained a large number of disciples. There were times when the ascetic would risk his life for the sake of his people. Once, a severe famine struck the land. Many creatures died of hunger and thirst. The ascetic was very upset. He meditated for several days. Due to his hard penances, he brought a river in the land. The people were shocked and happy. They realised that the ascetic was a divine being with great powers. They thanked the ascetic profusely. The ascetic became famous everywhere. Many people came to listen to his sermons. He taught the people to be unselfish and make sacrifices for others. One day, the ascetic fell ill. But such was his greatness that God himself came to cure him.
The Ascetic Who Brought a River
