The story recounts the return of Hanuman, who is ridiculed by his peers for burning his tail in the service of Lord Ram, suggesting that only fools risk themselves for others. Despite feeling momentarily foolish, Hanuman finds purpose in Ram's hopeful expression as he longs for Sita. This highlights a broader theme of selflessness and joy in others' happiness, contrasting with the common perception of humans as rational and selfish. The narrative transitions to a contemporary context, noting how many Indians celebrated the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to legalize gay marriage, expressing hope for similar recognition in India. However, this joy was met with surprising hostility from some individuals, revealing underlying societal tensions about acceptance and rights. The contrast between the support during tragedies and the backlash against expressions of happiness reflects a complex social landscape, where hope and joy can provoke fear and resentment.
Your smile, my tail
by Devdutt Pattanaik 
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English Mythological Stories
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Your Smile, My Tail - Devdutt Pattanaik When Hanuman returned from Lanka with a burned tail, and recounted his adventures, many monkeys of Kishkinda burst out laughing. “So, you got your tail burned to save his wife ” they said pointing to Ram. To know more, read full article.