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A fortress tall and grand.
Paint treasures, jewels, and riches rare,
Enough to rule this land.”
Line 41: ““I order you to paint for me,”
Line 42: “A fortress tall and grand.”
Line 43: “Paint treasures, jewels, and riches rare,”
Line 44: “Enough to rule this land.””
Summary of Stanza 11
““I order you to paint for me,”
(The Zamindar does not ask politely; he orders Gopi to work for him.)
“A fortress tall and grand.”
(He wants an enormous fortress that displays power and status.)
“Paint treasures, jewels, and riches rare,”
(He also demands precious jewels and rare riches.)
“Enough to rule this land.””
(He wants enough wealth to increase his control over the whole land.)
Overall meaning: The Zamindar reveals greed by demanding luxury, riches and greater control.
