This quote is being dictated by Siddhartha to Kamala after he understands that he had learned all there was from love and how Kamala knows Siddhartha more than Govinda does. After Siddhartha had convinced Kamaswami to be his equal apprentice, Siddhartha had learned a great deal of skills, such as acquiring how to write important letters and contracts as well as becoming accustomed to consulting Kamaswami on all matters of importance. Siddhartha payed little attention to Kamaswami’s advice and a one day journey for rice became a several day adventure that had cost him to waste time and money. As Siddhartha is working for Kamaswami, he is also engaging in teachings performed by Kamala on love and the physical acts of love. This excerpt
