New History of the Marathas v2.c24.s2.100

v2.c24.s2.100

The vein of this kindly spirit of Shahu is fully disclosed in such sentences as these which he wrote to a host of his supporters,—" You are an old servant of the Chhatrapati, you have rendered loyal and selfless service and undergone severe labour, ever since the days of Raigad (i.e. since Raigad became the Maratha capital). It is therefore my bounden duty to look after you and your family's welfare, &c., &c." Words like these doubtless fill one's heart with reverence and admiration for the king.