Meanings

to play a central role

to do wholeheartedly

earnest prayers being answered

complete change in public sentiment

worrying oneself (about)

(being unable to control) one's worldly desires and passions

being bold and courageous, but also careful and meticulous

burning with ambition

grandmotherly solicitude for another's welfare

suicide immediately after the death of one's spouse or lover

to take great pains

(people) working together with one mind

momentous (crucial) decision

with an open and calm mind

having the face of a devil and the heart of Buddha

guide to office routine

being totally upset (by)

stabilizing the feelings of the people

deep psyche

radically change public sentiment