7. It was quite a privilege to make his acquaintance

ELLAPA BALARAM’S HOUSE,

C/O. THAKORE OF LIMDI,
NEUTRAL LINE, POONA,
15th June, 1892.

DEAR DIWANJI SĀHEB,

It is a long time since I heard from you. I hope I have not offended you anyway. I came down with the Thakore Sāheb of Mahābāleshwar, and I am living here with him. I would remain here a week or two more and then proceed to Rāmeshwaram via Hyderabad.

Perhaps by this time every hitch has been removed from your way in Junagad; at least I hope so. I am very anxious to learn about your health, especially that sprain, you know.

I saw your friend the Surti tutor to the Prince of Bhavnagar. He is a perfect gentleman. It was quite a privilege to make his acquaintance; he is so good and noble-natured a man.

My sincerest greetings to your noble-minded brothers and to our friends there. Kindly send to Mr. Nabhubhāi my earnest good wishes in your letter home. I hope you would gratify me by a speedy reply.

With my sincerest respects and gratitude and prayers for you and yours, I remain,

Yours faithfully.,
VIVEKANANDA.