Savitri loved her husband Satyavan dearly. When the day came that Yama, lord of endings, arrived to carry his soul away, Savitri quietly followed behind, step after patient step.
Touched by her devotion, Yama offered her any wish — except her husband's life. Cleverly, Savitri wished for a long line of children and family happiness. “Granted,” said Yama.
“But how can I have children,” she said gently, “without my husband?” Yama smiled at her wisdom and kindness, and returned Satyavan to her. Her clever love had won the day.