Channeling His Energy
Manjhi used his ordeal as a source of strength in a strange way. He cursed the mountain for what happened to his wife, as the need to travel over it made the journey much longer than if it weren’t there. So, Manjhi made a vow to the mountain. He promised to bring it down and break its ego. He decided that this mountain was not about to cause anyone else the kind of pain that he had to endure from his loss.
Manjhi Illustration
Moving the Mountain
To honor his wife’s memory and his promise to the mountain, Manjhi got a hammer and a chisel. He then set out on a mission that was all but impossible. He decided that he was going to break the mountain down and carve a path. People from his village, including his father, ridiculed him for taking on such a challenging task. Manji was firm in his decision, however. This mountain was coming down, and nothing was going to stop it.
Gehlaur Mountain Path