In search of imprints of Buddhism: Jaipur
I get feedback from friends and well wishers about my research. Of them, the letters written by Prof. Mital of Jaipur (80) were touching. On seeing the quote about my research in "Bodhi's Tamil Afterglow" by S.Anand, Outlook , July 19, 2004, he wrote his first letter on 31.7.2004 and subsequently he enquired much about Buddhism. In his first letter he said: "I had the privilege of living with the modern day Buddha - Mahatma Gandhi for four years 1944-48". In another letter he said: "...I am 80, if God gives me an opportunity to visit that side I shall make it a point to see you and that you in person....". I feel very happy to share with you the information contained in those letters. Now, over to Jaipur. Letter dated 31.7.2004 Hari Om 31.7.2004 Dear Dr.Jambulingam, I have learnt that the subject of your doctoral thesis was 'Buddhism in the Chola country'. This has aroused my curiousity. I earnestly ...