This is a story about how God showers his blessings upon those who take up a good cause for the benefit of the society, even though they may be lacking in means.
A long time ago there ruled a very powerful king in India who was known as Raghu.
King Raghu had decided to perform a Sarva-Medh Yagya, which involved donating all his wealth for the benefit of his citizens.
After giving away the last penny in his treasure and all his possessions, the only things that were left with the King were an earthen jug and a grass carpet.
At this juncture a saint called Kautsya arrived at the King’s door and expected some donation from the king.
The saints in ancient India relied on the patronage of Kings to run their monasteries, which were great centers of learning and spiritual pursuits.
However, when saint Kautsya realized that the King has already given away all his possessions for the benefit of the society, he turned back without uttering a single word.
King Raghu was quick to realize that the saint had come with a very important mission of collecting funds for his monastery.
King Raghu requested the saint to wait for a while so that he may arrange for the donation.
The saint stayed back wondering how the King would honor his words.
Raghu invoked Kuber – the divine treasurer with Vedic mantras.
And behold! Gold coins started raining from the sky.
Raghu thus satisfied Kautsya with ample donation.
Saint Kautsya was astonished how a small prayer by a King resulted in such a miracle.
Kuber explained to him, “O saint! It is a Divine law that a person who believes in the Almighty and dedicates himself whole heartedly for the benefit of the society shall never face scarcity.
- Pragya Puran Stories