Good patron of his money : The old merchant was a good patron of his money. He did not want to give it to the son who could not use wisely. So he gave them a test.
Impartiality : The old merchant was an impartial father. He gave one rupee to each to purchase anything to fill the house. According to condition his second son filled the house to lit the candles with ved himself wiser than first son. He gave his all money to the second son.
Conclusion : With the above description it proves that the old merchant was very hard worker, impartial and honest man.
