Ratanji was a very famous, religious, and wealthy Parsi merchant who resided in Nizam's state. He possessed vast wealth, including carriages, horses, and farms, and was known for his generosity. However, as Chapter 14 explains, despite his outward appearance of swimming in an ocean of joy, he was plagued by a significant inner worry. This sorrow stemmed from the fact that he had twelve daughters but no son. The text describes this situation by stating that the happiness of wealth is entirely fruitless for one without a son, and this constant contemplation for a male heir left his mind perpetually devoid of peace.
Can you describe the Parsi merchant Ratanji and explain the source of his deep unhappiness?
π Chapter 14