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Hathi And Kiplings

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This week’s readings suggest an order and rule in the jungle that is akin to that of a monarchy which is perhaps influenced by Kiplings British heritage. Just as a prince is born from a King, so was Hathi born from Tha, the Lord of the Jungle. In both scenarios, the rulers and leaders were born into power and their rule is respected and honored by the followers. The drought brought all the jungle together under one Law and Hathi was the enforcer. His leadership was not challenged and once the water truce was declared, no animal challenged it. It was evident almost immediately that “How Fear Came” is essentially a reiteration of the fall of the Garden of Eden and the summoning away of Adam and Eve. Both the Bible and Tha’s story start with

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