Siddartha

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in the character’s lifestyle. is still restless.
’s second life, one of excess and desire, shows him trying to find the Self in a different, but equally futile, manner from the Samanas. Govinda has left him to follow the Buddha, the Illustrious One, and a dream leads him to seek a different kind of companionship. Now seeks his unity through the woman Kamala, to whom he asks to be his “friend and teacher.” does make one achievement in recognizing his three abilities. He tells the merchant Kamaswami, “I can think, I can wait, and I can fast.” These will aid him later in his journeys. At the moment, is losing himself. His search for unity through companionship has led him to the path of excess. Slowly, the that was so disciplined dies away, and with it, his goals. Hesse is distinctly recognizing the advantages and the glory of the humble and simple life. Upon realizing what he has done, abandons his wealth, once again focused on his goal.
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