Innocence is precious. It is also fragile.

The innocent know no evil. But innocence does not protect from evil.

Be careful. Be mindful. Be forgiving and true.

Let innocence guide you or get lost to evil.

Let the fear of the night-caller keep you away from doubts and anger.

Or let your soul be lost to blindness.

Ulama,

Many beasts from ancient mythologies have their origin in evil acts. Human malevolence in a physical form, these creatures are born to remind us of the consequences of acting without thinking, of letting our darkest emotions govern over our minds.

The Ulama is one of such creatures. Mentioned in folktales from Sri-Lanka, the Ulama was described as a devil-bird, mostly nocturnal. While sightings of the...

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