Dharmapaludu – The Symbol of Loyalty
Long ago, in a peaceful village called Sripadapuram on the banks of the Godavari river, there lived a righteous man named Somadatta. His wife Kamakshi, their son Vedaprasad, and little daughter Anuradha lived happily together. Their house had mud walls and a thatched roof. Every morning they woke up at the crowing of the rooster, prayed to God, and went to work in the fields.
In their home there were two dogs — a grey shining one named Dharmapaludu and an active spotted white one named Satya. They were not just animals — they were loved like family members.
In our ancient traditions also, the loyalty of dogs is praised. In the Mahabharata stories, it is said in spirit:
“A dog that never leaves its master represents dharma.”
Another saying tells:
“A loyal dog is a true friend.”
Somadatta used to tell his children,
“If we show love to animals, they protect us like a blessing from God.”
Dharmapaludu and Satya were very playful. Once they stole and ate the sun-dried snacks Kamakshi kept outside. Another time they pulled down the guavas Vedaprasad had hidden.
Anuradha would laugh and say,
“Mother! They also want to play with us.”
They ran in the fields with the children, splashed near the well, and barked at the moonlight during nights. These were their games.
Even though they were naughty, their hearts were gentle. If the children cried, they came near and sat quietly. If strangers came near the house, they stayed alert and protective.
One night in the Kartika month, strong winds blew and clouds thundered. While everyone slept, some thieves entered the village. Knowing that Somadatta stored grain, they tried to enter the house.
Dharmapaludu noticed first. He barked loudly. Satya joined and growled. The thieves tried to push them away.
But the dogs did not step back. They barked continuously and woke the family. Somadatta came out holding a lamp and understood the danger. He called the villagers.
When people gathered, the thieves ran away.
Next morning the family felt very grateful. Kamakshi gave them milk. The children decorated them with flower garlands.
Somadatta said,
“They did not just protect our property — they protected our lives. They are guardians sent by God.”
From that day, the whole village respected the dogs. Even after growing up, the children never forgot their loyalty.
Moral of the Story
- If we love animals, they become true friends
- Loyalty is a great quality — not only in humans but also in animals
- Kindness and love always return as protection
Moral: Loyalty grown through love protects life.
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