Note 2 — The Poor Man and the Jewels
H. (Henry) Parker translation
Sarpayingen gahana sītādīka raṭakaṭa gos. The meaning is not clear; apparently, as the bodies of snakes are always cold, they were in such numbers that they chilled the air. Like pariah dogs, they enjoyed the warmth and comfort afforded by the soft ashes, and on departing left the gems out of gratitude. ↑