Vaisampayana continued, “And that helpless damsel then adored Surya for a moment. And Surya, having considered all that she urged, commanded a Rakshasa to protect her invisibly. And from that time the Rakshasa began to attend upon that blameless lady under any circumstances. And beholding Krishna in his presence like a frightened doe, the Suta rose up from his seat, and felt the joy that is felt by a person wishing to cross to the other shore, when he obtains a boat.”Mbh 4.15.4 · Mahabharata · VIRATA PARVA
Mbh 4.15.4
Mahabharata · translated by Kisari Mohan Ganguli
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And thou shalt have joy and gladness; and many shall rejoice at his birth.Luke 1:14 · Bible · Luke
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He said, and placed the goblet at his side; With joy the venerable king replied:Iliad 23.46 · Iliad · 23
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