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Balasha, a young and devout man living near Ujjain, was known for his deep affection for his mother. He assisted her with household tasks and joined her on pilgrimages. During a visit to Ujjain, he was struck by the array of shops and decided to buy a cot for his mother who used to sleep on the floor.
Upon returning home with the cot, Balasha's mother was delighted but pointed out that their small house couldn't accommodate it through the entrance. She suggested removing the cot's legs, which revealed hidden diamonds inside. Despite this unexpected wealth, they remained humble and unchanged in their lifestyle.
Balasha's mother cherished a strong desire to embark on a pilgrimage to Shatrunjaya and witness Bhagwan Adinath. Learning that a pilgrimage was being organized by Samarasha, she and Balasha joined the journey. Upon reaching Shatrunjaya, they performed a morning prayer and offered the diamonds they had found. However, Samarasha, who had also brought offerings, insisted on fasting until he could perform the first prayer, as he hadn't given as much as Balasha and his mother did.
This situation persisted for two days, but Balasha and his mother were distressed by Samarasha's fasting. Recognizing Samarasha's devoutness, Balasha's mother convinced him to break his fast and perform the prayer on the third day.
Balasha possessed wealth and utilized it in a meaningful way. He constructed a remarkable tank and an impressive temple dedicated to Bhagwan Adishwar. The temple boasted numerous stone and metal idols, alongside several smaller shrines. This tale emphasizes three ways people employ wealth:
