Watch. sleep and became aware that a baby was born. Rain was thundering down; the skies were covered in thick black clouds. [17], Devaki soon mothered Balarama through the surrogacy of Rohini. Tamil. It is mentioned in the texts that Krishna was the eighth Similarly, Gods birth is also divine, and unlike ours, it does not take place from a mothers womb. "O Glorious One! E2. Do not be angry. Rohini (wife of Vasudeva) - Wikipedia Vasudeva traced a number of descendants through his sons. [16] The author and the century in which the above Mahanarayana Upanishad was composed is unknown. Devaki's eighth son was born at midnight on a dark and stormy night in the month of Sravan. The pot, known as a handi or matki, is filled with buttermilk. Watchlist. Vasudeva & Devaki, Nanda & Yashoda | Vedic Hindustan 43-44. that when he has come this far, he will surely be able to complete the rest E4. Outside, the winds wailed and the rain fell in torrents. With tears in his eyes, Vasudev kissed his "Goodbye, my son," he whispered. Still, in that furious feature, the river gave passage to Vasudeva to cross, just as the great Indian Ocean gave a path to Lord Rama when He was bridging over the gulf. (Krishna, The Supreme Personality of Godhead, Vol 1, Ch 3), Download this episode (right click and save). And from the river rose a huge serpent. Devotion toward the formless is intangible and nebulous to most people. Vasudeva swapped Krishna with Yogamaya, the daughter who had been born to Nanda and Yashoda on the very same day, and returned to the cell. extravagance and unfair rule. Lord Vishnu told them that he will take birth as their eighth child. had no trouble in entering the palace of king Nanda, for the palace doors The Father looked at his the face of his infant child and hesitated in and cried lustily. In this manner, he killed seven children born to Devaki. it is the birthplace of Lord Krishna. house to see the baby boy and to offer gifts. He was therefore called Krishna, which means 'dark' or 'black'. Then you will live in my palace as prisoners, he She rose above Kamsa's head as the eight-armed form of Goddess Durga. Very soon after, Devaki began expecting her eighth child, the one, it had been said, who would kill Kansa. 36. I am not sure if Vasudev and Devaki had the privacy for natural procreation, since the jail was guarded 24/7. Maharsi Kas'yapa is not able to leave this vicious habit even now; what shall I do? Silently, quietly, Vasudev entered the room. Lihatlah 12 sambutan unik Janmashtami di negeri-negeri India yang berbeza. And it was Vishnus serpent Shesh Nag, who spread his hoods over Vasudev and Krishna, to guide them safely across the river. 23. E3. the prison wall. They had performed intense austerities to worship the creator deity Brahma, unbeknownst to their own grandfather, Hiranyakashipu. of his journey. Meanwhile, there was great rejoicing in Gokul. immersed in the river, the flow became normal and Yamuna made way for the The seventh child was known as Balrama. I revere Vasudev and Devaki for everything they did and everything they endured because the way I see it, they always made God's will their first priority. and always had a smile for everyone. There, in the womb of Diti, is your powerful enemy. The main deity Devakikrishna and affiliate deities of Bhumika Devi, Laxmi Ravalnath, Mallinath, Katyayani, Chodaneshwar and Dhada Shankar were originally located at Choodamani island (Choro island of today). Categories: crossing the yamuna, the five, Tags: articles, god, hare krishna, hinduism, poem, poems, poetry, religion. Vasudev did not delay any further and proceeded in waist-deep water with river seemed to be boiling white and seething with anger, due to fierce There were a hundred soldiers waiting But it did not escape anyone's notice that the child was like no ordinary know now that by giving Devakis hand to Vasudev, you have signed your own Sage Kashyapa is said to have incarnated as Vasudeva, the father of Krishna, due to a curse of the deities Varuna or Brahma. Food is a key ingredient for Janmashtami: Krishna is thought to have favoured milk and curds, so meals are prepared from these ingredients. Bhagavn! When Devaki was old enough, it was arranged that she would marry Vasudev, a good and noble man who was a follower of Vishnu, and did not fear the demon Kansa at all. When she sought help from Lord Vishnu, he promised to be born on Earth to end all sin. Throw them into prison, he thundered, pointing at Devaki and Vasudev. Then a miracle happened. When the boy reaches the top of the pyramid, he smashes the pot with a stick, and the buttermilk spills. Diti, too, becoming grieved much with sorrows, cursed Aditi that seven of her sons would be killed consecutively after their births. The baby was as dark as the clouds that covered the sky that night. When Devaki was carrying her seventh child, she seemingly miscarried. From his journey to Vrindavan from Mathura, his childhood antics- stealing of Maakhan, herding cows, mesmerizing everybody . Watch Mahabharat TV Serial 24th May 2021 Full Episode 11 Online - ZEE5 Baby Krishna was now safe. Kansa Goes to Kill Yogamaya. Then the Prajpati Brahm, to preserve and keep the prestige in the name of Justice and Religion, cursed his own very dear grandson Kas'yapa, the best of the Munis, and said :-- Go to the earth in your Ams'a, and take your birth in the Yadu clan, be united with your wives and work as a Cowherd. Kansas rage knew no bounds. Afterlives of Vasudeva, Devaki, Nandagopa and Yashoda now spoke to Vasudev: To his amazement, Vasudev saw a huge black snake raising its head from In the palace dungeons, Vasudev was trying his best to console his wife, but realized that it meant no harm when he saw the serpent positioning its hood 3. Rohini bore several sons, namely, Balarama, Sarana and Shatha. [15][16], Devaki's six dead sons were named Krttimat, Sushena, Udayin, Bhadrasena, Rijudasa, and Bhadradeha. Hearing this, the Lotus-born Brahm called Kas'yapa before him and asked. Soon Rohini gave birth to the baby, Devakis seventh son. The entire gathering was thrown into fear and confusion. To Vasudevs astonishment the river parted giving him a safe route through. Locked by Kamsa in cell. Kansa, despite his evil ways, held Vasudev in great respect. E5. [9] After the marriage ceremony, Kamsa volunteered to escort the newly-weds to Mathura and drove their chariot. I have come to serve you; order me now what I can do for you. After the wedding, he decided to drive the royal couple home himself to son that the Oracle warned you about. While all previous sons of Devaki are slain, the seventh embryo is transferred to Rohini's womb. Even those that are great are not free from the clutches of greed. shower on them a kingly courtesy as was prevalent in those days. born when the mother is dead? So he drew out his sword and raised it to there. Nanda (Hinduism) - Wikipedia Verily those are blessed. O Janamejaya! Dressed in shining garments and dazzling jewels, she looked terrible and The middle of the night, escaping from a prison with a talking baby, the difficulties did not end there. BG 4.9: interactive elements on the site, any assistance, or response you receive is provided by the author Even now think out how you can kill your enemy. a little town near the river Yamuna. Unauthorized copy, reproduction, distribution and/or transmission is strictly prohibited. O Brhmana! Everyone in the household of King Nanda was in a joyous mood. On this day there is another tradition, there is the human pyramid: a young boy, who stands right at the top of the people shoulders, is elevated by the crowd to reach a clay pot. To share feedback or volunteer for this project, write to : "d i v a k a r (at) jkyog (dot) in", 2014, Bhagavad Gita - The Song of God, by Swami Mukundananda. The light vanished and the prison became as dark and dreary as before. Devakis marriage was fixed with a noble man named Vasudev. Save this child, he prayed. Song, dance and drama are essential to the lively and colourful celebrations. But prison shining bright. The end of the life. He was a cold hearted, merciless, and cruel man. Dhritrashtra. And then it was broken by the sound of "Where is he?" Vasudev was followed by Vasuki the snake, protecting them on their journey. Kansa immediately went to the prison. 4. Its influence has overpowered the Maharsi Kas'yapa and has tied him down to an ordinary affection and has urged him to commit a sinful act. Hindus celebrate Janmashtamiworldwide by fasting, singing, praying together, preparing and sharing special food, night vigils and visiting Krishna and Vishnu temples. How can she harm you, brother? asked Vasudev. Vasudev and Dekavi rejoiced. Treading softly, Vasudev Vysa said :-- Daksa Prajpati had two daughters, Diti and Aditi; these two, of high rank, were married to Kas'yapa; and they were his favourites. Vasudevs chains fell away from his ankles. Crown princess Devaki was getting married to child. 1. [18][19], When Devaki delivered Krishna, he revealed his divine form to his parents, and ordered Vasudeva to take him to Gokulam, placing all the prison guards under a spell of slumber, so that Kamsa would not realise that his prophesied killer had been born. According to Srimadbhagavata Purana,when Kamsa's sister Devaki & Vasudeva were leaving to the later's house in a chariot driven by Kamsa himself, a mysterious voice from the sky prophesized that the eighth pregnancy of Devaki will kill the cruel king of Mathura.Then the frightened and infuriated Kamsa unsheathed his sword to kill his sister. people under his reign didn't fear for intruders or thieves in the night. Then, when Krishna was born, God's will was revealed through direct instructions. "Shatha, aha, Satha, Saha, ah: 19 definitions", "Sharana, Srana, Sarana, Saraa, Sra, araa, Sraa, Sara: 25 definitions", "The story of the previous birth of Shishupala and the sons of Vasudeva [Chapter XV]", " (Mahanarayana Upanishad)", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Vasudeva&oldid=1140983598, This page was last edited on 22 February 2023, at 19:33. The eighth son born to Vasudev and Devaki will kill you! Vasudev and Devaki waited in fear for Kansa to appear, but suddenly all was silent. The one person whom Kansa loved and adored, was his sister Devaki, who was kind, loving and caring. Everyone in Mathura feared his cruel and wicked nature. of India, Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Dept. Kansa was cruel enough to execute the couples first six children in cold blood. You will rot in prison forever, he roared at Devaki and Vasudev. I want to shampoo your feet. It is the universal truth that Devaki and Vasudev are the biological parents of Lord Krishna, an avatar of Lord Vishnu born at the end of Dwaparyuga.But history fondly recalls Nanadababa and Yashoda Maiya as is parents.. Plays are carried out re-enacting scenes from Krishna's early life. Lord. All that remained was a laugh and a sweet voice which said, Kansa, you cannot kill me! he decided to spare her life. them prayed to God that her son should not fall into the clutches of his Then, without looking back, your friend King Nanda. As terrible as it sounds, they weren't the first or last parents to sacrifice their children for the greater good. The Garbha Griha (inner sanctum) of the temple has the beautiful idol of Devaki and Krishna. Top 10 Inspiring Lord Krishna Stories From His Childhood - India's 1st Similarly Shiv Bhagwan severed his own son's head only to revive him as Ganeshji for reasons we ordinary humans still struggle to comprehend, but we still accept that he must've had his own divine reasons and we continue to worship Mahadev. Lord Krishna was born as the 8th son to Vasudev and Devki, if he had A celestial voice, an aarr, prophesied that the eighth child of Devaki would become Kamsa's death, and deliver the land from his wickedness. Devaki had regained her consciousness only after Vasudev switched the babies However, to create in her the feeling that he was there, by his power, he simply kept expanding Devaki's womb. As soon as the feet of Lord O best of kings! Samay. 12 Perayaan Janmashtami Unik di India (2023) - Adotrip belong to their respective owners, and are used to merely visually identify the Channels, Shows, Companies, Brands, etc. Krishna had 8 principal wives, and he begat many children from them, such as Pradyumna, Samba, Bhanu etc., and they also had many children. Kamsa, as always, ignored her cries. The baby is a girl, said Devaki. In temples, images of Krishna are bathed and placed in cradles, whilst the shankh (conch shell) is blown and bells are rung. If we look at these divine beings with the same perspective with which we see and judge ordinary human beings, we are bound to be disappointed. her in mourning for the unborn child. Kamsa, The Supreme Lord will be the one to take you by surprise. immediately thought of killing Devaki for he thought, How can a child be But then he became angry. 45 Unknown Facts About Krishna you! Lord Vishnu then disappeared. Lok Nath Soni, The cattle and the stick: an ethnographic profile of the Raut of Chhattisgarh. The Bhgavatam states: "When Shree Krishna manifested upon birth before Vasudev and Devaki, he was in his four-armed Vishnu form.". We materially bound souls have not yet attained divine bliss, and hence the longing of our soul is not yet satiated.