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In this episode, the hosts discuss the 13th story from the Baital Pachisi, a collection of Hindu folktales, which centers on a king who disguises himself as a thief.
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Browse era →This episode of the Cult of Psyche podcast focuses on the 13th story from the Baital Pachisi, a classic Hindu collection of folktales. The story, titled 'The King Who Wore a Thief's Mask,' follows a king who decides to disguise himself as a thief in order to better understand the perspective of the common people. Through this experience, the king gains new insights and empathy. The hosts explore the themes of perspective-taking, the nature of leadership, and the wisdom that can be found in traditional folklore.
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