Sesh Naag Takes Birth as a Human. Ugrasena was a nice ruler, and Kamsa was just the opposite. And my cruel brother will kill this one too. The river rose higher and higher, the waves grew ever more furious, and Vasudev feared for his life. happened that as soon as Kamsa took the reins of the wedding chariot, a [8], During the nuptials of Vasudeva and Devaki following the former's wedding with his bride's six older sisters, Vishnu picked a lock of hair from his mount Shesha as well as his own, proclaiming that they would take be born as Devaki's seventh and eighth children, respectively. Kansa was cruel enough to execute the . 26. Devaki Mata. After the wedding, he decided to drive the royal couple home himself to He was a born Kshatriya. Having felt much distress at not seeing him for so long, they held him in a tight embrace. Nanda, unlike Kamsa, was a fair king and the Silently he marvelled at the wonders he had seen, but hurried on to find the house of Nand, chief of the cowherds of Gokul. Mathura. Even the usually desolate citizens of Mathura were [10][11][12], Devaki and Vasudeva were imprisoned by Kamsa due to the paranoia that had taken root in the tyrant's mind. Our mind gets cleansed by engaging it in devotional remembrance of God. In great wonder, he took up his son in his arms, and walked out of his prison, into the dark and stormy night. However, some Hindus choose to fast all day and night for the first day of Krishna Janmashtami, breaking the fast at midnight. to the viewer. Vasudev, by this time, had some idea that his child is really someone While all previous sons of Devaki are slain, the seventh embryo is transferred to Rohini's womb. the child Krishna. It may appear that way on the outside, to those who only lick the bottle of honey without opening it, but for those immersed in the culture there is constant amazement at what can be done. Vasudev stepped into the angry waters, the baby held high above his head. Lord Krishna the beloved cheeky god also known as the butter thief, but why do we celebrate Janmashtami, and how was Lord Krishna born? Vasudev shook Nand awake, and explained the prophecy and told him what the voice had asked him to do. And as the sinful Aditi has secretly caused the destruction of my son, her sons, too, would also die after their birth consecutively and she would dwell in the prison house in much trouble and anxiety and would also bear still born sons in her next birth. In the previous creation Aditi was chaste Prishni, who worshiped her husband Sutapa as if he were a god. I will hence count greed as more powerful than even Fate, the Ruler of all destinies. The surprises would continue, as is always the case when dealing with the person who is the master of all mystic power, Yogeshvara. Though it may appear an effortless coincidence that I came upon the chanting of the holy names in this lifetime, there is a long track-record of pious activity to first create the foundation. The Bhgavatam states: tam adbhuta blakam ambujekhaachatur-bhuja hakha gaddyudyudham(10.3.9) [v9]. light. He did it out of fear; a prophecy had come from the sky that Devaki's eighth son would grow up to be his killer. In Yashodas household, Krishna grew up with utmost love and care, even though he was always stirring up some mischief or the other! Maharsi Kas'yapa, the son of Marchi, hearing the curse, allayed her anger with loving words. The visible image of the last moments within that lifetime. Kansa was frightened and confused. Bhagavata Purana explains that the Yamuna allowed Vasudeva safe passage in the same way that the ocean had previously given way to Shri Rama to cross and reach Lanka. O best of kings! Similarly, if we wish to engage in devotion toward Lord Krishna, we must learn to harbor divine sentiments toward his leelas. Lihatlah 12 sambutan unik Janmashtami di negeri-negeri India yang berbeza. Please enter your email address to receive our daily e-newsletter. [17], Devaki soon mothered Balarama through the surrogacy of Rohini. Song, dance and drama are essential to the lively and colourful celebrations. Nanda named Exchange your son for this girl child and return to the prison An Authoritative Guide to Students Loans, Grants and Scholarships, Download IIT KGP 2022 Calendar on The Myth of Aryan Invasion. He did it out of fear; a prophecy had come from the sky that Devakis eighth son would grow up to be his killer. Lord Vishnu told them that he will take birth as their eighth child. Imagine the anxiety of his mother when she found him battling with the demoness Putana, the serpent Kaliya and even the wrath of Indra! As the moon manifests in its full glory in the night sky, similarly the Supreme Lord Shree Krishna manifested before Devaki and Vasudev. This is the divine nature of Gods birth. 15-16. The couple is imprisoned by Devaki's brother Kamsa, soon after their marriage. Devaki was married to Yaduvanshi Vasudev (who is indicated as Sage Kashyap in his previous life). He could try carrying the baby with him and wade through the water, but the risk is too great. Vasudev climbed out onto the far bank of the Yamuna. Kansa went to the dungeon and ordered Devaki to hand over the baby. Blessed are those saints that have devoted themselves wholly to the attainment of peace, who are tranquil-hearted, lead a hermit life and don't ask themselves of any thing from any body. Why have you stolen away all the cows of the Varuna Deva, the Guardian of a quarter of the world? Men, women and children slept safe and dry inside their homes. It was Vishnu then, who put the prison guards to sleep in Mathura, and stilled the waters of the Yamuna for Vasudev. The chief cause being Karma; the minor causes being many. Throw them into prison, he thundered, pointing at Devaki and Vasudev. The enemy, if he firmly gets hold like a fully developed consumption, cannot be killed; therefore the intelligent persons should destroy the enemies, when they are in their buds. O Fortunate One! Vysa said :-- O king! O Beautiful One! incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Hearing this, the Lotus-born Brahm called Kas'yapa before him and asked. Certainly they are not normal beings like us and they carry immense merits on them before taking human forms and are always tuned to God even in their dreams. "son of Vasudeva"), Balarama, and Subhadra. It was pouring rain. The seventh baby was miraculously carried to Rohini, (second wife of Vasudev), who lived in Gokul. Devaki and Vasudev's WorryS1 E35 Dec 2018. 8th Child of Vasudev & Devaki was Shri Krishna. In this verse, Shree Krishna has emphasized the need for divine sentiments toward his pastimes, for enhancing our devotion. The next time your little one steals from the kitchen or gets his clothes muddy on the pretext of doing Baal Leela, tell him that! Share. Because they were afraid of Kasa, when the Lord appeared as an ordinary child they . The hand of God is responsible for the supposed miracles. much difficulty. of his journey. Disclaimer: All Logos and Pictures of various Channels, Shows, Artistes, Media Houses, Companies, Brands etc. On hearing the cry of the baby, the guards immediately reported the birth of the child to Kansa. But it did not escape anyone's notice that the child was like no ordinary there. winds and rain. Hindus celebrate Janmashtamiworldwide by fasting, singing, praying together, preparing and sharing special food, night vigils and visiting Krishna and Vishnu temples. 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This was to meet the interests of the parents and also the demigods, who had been eagerly anticipating Narayanas arrival in the world of birth and death. Nandas wife Yashoda had just given birth to a baby girl. Ugrasena; having imprisoned him kamsa declared himself to be the King of But then he became angry. Kamsa snatched the baby girl from Devaki's lap, and hurled the child against The childhood of Lord Krishna has been glorified. A lamp burned low in the room where Nands wife Yashodha slept with her newborn baby daughter. 4. Or to put it as every mytho does ad nauseum, "vidhi ka vidhaan". Your destroyer has been born as foretold, and he is safe! O Brhmana! Devaki and Vasudev lived in the dungeon, watched night and day by Kansas soldiers. Why was it that Diti so cruelly cursed his sister Aditi, the mother of Indra? he left Gokul with Nanda's daughter in his arms. Another surprise in store. Knowing that all these treacherous acts are really done under the advice of her sister, the truthful Diti; who was under the vow, cursed Aditi, and Indra, saying that as her son Indra has treacherously cut the foetus in her womb, Indra's kingdom over the three worlds would be destroyed. Without a word, he new father picked up his son to follow the Oracles 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. Yashoda felt very proud. extravagance and unfair rule. Watch. As soon as the feet of Lord After completing the sacrifice, Kashyapa delayed in returning the cow back to the deity. And it was Vishnus serpent Shesh Nag, who spread his hoods over Vasudev and Krishna, to guide them safely across the river. and cried lustily. It was the eighth child Kamsa had his eye on. Really! they realised that the child had changed into a ferocious Goddess! troubled the peace-loving citizens of Mathura. You are surely going to be pampered and spoiled by Kamsa She was a partial incarnation of Aditi, the mother of the Devas. converged into a sphere and the same voice of the Oracle that scared Kamsa, Girl or boy, the child must die! But the baby slipped out of his hands, and shining with a glorious light, flew out of the prison window. Sudarshan chakra given by Parasurama to Krishna. Great explanation Lola! In the country named India, in the modern day state of Uttar Pradesh stands Everyone would be the same and there would be nothing to write a simple novel about, let alone a mytho that's meant to convey life lessons. Vasudev promised they would hand over every child that was born to them. The seventh child was Lord Balarama Diti, too, becoming grieved much with sorrows, cursed Aditi that seven of her sons would be killed consecutively after their births. Therefore, whatever he does is for the welfare of the materially conditioned souls. I am not sure if Vasudev and Devaki had the privacy for natural procreation, since the jail was guarded 24/7. Oh! The streets were swept clean and the houses were decorated with On their way, suddenly there was a gust of wind, and the clouds darkened the skies. They had contradicting duties towards their kingdoms, their future children, etc - but in line with "sarva dharma parityaja", they took the sign of God's will (not the vow Vasudev gave Kans, but the prophecy which was as close as you could get to the word of God) and put it above all else. Krishna had an unusual birth place jail! Then, when Krishna was born, God's will was revealed through direct instructions. children born to Devaki. I want to shampoo your feet. Deep in the prison cells of Mathura, Vasudev and Devaki waited anxiously for the birth of their eight child. Baby Krishna was now safe. Then you will live in my palace as prisoners, he v. 115, pages 706-720; Last edited on 22 February 2023, at 19:33, Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh. The eighth son born to Vasudev and Devaki will kill you! Parenting.Firstcry.com accepts no liability for any errors, omissions or misrepresentations. Kashyapa in the previous creation was Sutapa, who desired to create children. You have become very weak, lean and thin in the practise your vow. But in the end, not entirely believing his eyes, Vasudev The fair complexioned Diti, thus consoled by her husband, became glad and did not utter any more unpleasant words. 30. You cant resist him, no matter how hard you try!" Kamsa was a demon known as Kalanemi These children were cursed that they will be reborn and be killed by their own father who will reincarnate as kamsa, their maternal uncle. The ground shook with his fury. alive in a safe place. It was the eight day in the month of Sharvan, a terrible storm erupted in Mathura. But that, as people say is another story. Devaki was pregnant for the seventh time. On seeing the distressed condition of the calves I cursed Aditi a second time that she would be put to prison, her children would be still born, and she would suffer lots of troubles. The baby girl slipped out of his hand and rose in the air, she transformed into Goddess Durga. The serpent spread its five hoods over the father and the baby, and escorted them safely to the other side of the dark river. covered his face from the intensity of the light. The same Ananta serves as the serpent-bed for Narayana in Vaikuntha, the spiritual world. According to the Harivamsa Purana, Vasudeva and Nanda, the Kshatriya chief of Gokula, were brothers or cousins. Vasudev scooped Yashoda's baby girl in his other arm and placed his son in that when he has come this far, he will surely be able to complete the rest He turned a deaf ear to all the heart- rending cries of his sister. her in mourning for the unborn child. If we can develop faith in the divinity of his pastimes and birth, then we will be able to easily engage in devotion to his personal form, and attain the supreme destination. They were necessary since life was so dreadful within that the peoples inclination was to escape. Vasudev turned to Devaki, the doors of the prison swung open, and he saw all the soldiers in a deep sleep. The walls and gates function in a reverse way; they keep people in. looking happy. 5,000 years ago, Mathura was under the rule of a tyrannical king named But let the demon Kansa beware: Devakis eighth son will be his end.. She appealed to Thus was cursed the Maharsi Kas'yapa by Brahm and Varuna to come down to the earth as Ams Vatra to relieve the earth of her burden. Treading softly, Vasudev 21. He had pompously got Devaki married. A myth from IndiaRetold by Rohini Chowdhury. Since the time I have looked, on my co-wife Diti, of beautiful eyes and proud, this is the one and only thought that troubles the peace in the innermost of my hearts. Please let your only niece live!" Kamsa confined Devaki and her husband King Vasudev in the palace dungeons The walls forced them to remain inside and suffer. You even if you could, you would have gained Meanwhile, Devaki and Vasudeva try to make sure baby Krishna gets away from Kamsan. While Vasudeva is imprisoned, Rohini lives at the house of his husband's cousin [7] [8] Nanda, in Vraja. Why did Vasudev and Devaki keep having children? Watch. [17] Feuerstein places the relative composition chronology of Mahanarayana to be about that of Mundaka and Prashna Upanishads. On hearing this Kansa burst into a rage. The people of Mathura and of the surrounding villages were terrified of Kansa, and tired of his cruelty. The idol of Devaki is in standing posture holding baby Krishna with her left hand. I've edited my spot a couple of posts above :). He explained it is not justified for him to kill his own sister on her wedding day. and that was a great thing to see, since the people of was able to cross the opposite bank of the river safely and entered the Nine years passed before Devaki got pregnant for the eighth time. Such devotion requires divine sentiments toward the personality of God. Mathura wore a festive look. 17. born when the mother is dead? So he drew out his sword and raised it to 20. Incase of any issue please contact the webmaster. Maharsi Kas'yapa is now almost infatuated with his sacrifice; and though I have tried all my means, he is not returning me my cow. in festive spirits. seemed to have split apart to pour wrathful rains. your doctor. The night soon ended and the next day arrived. 52. He was called Balram, and brought up safely and in secret by Rohini among the villagers of Braj. 43-44. Devaki (Sanskrit: , IAST: Devak) is a character in Hindu literature, most noted for being the mother of the god Krishna. Such divine actions that God performs are termed as leelas while the actions we perform are called work.. 1) The babies were born through divine intervention. Watch. As soon as he was reunited in the prison with Devaki the prison door closed, and the guards woke from their deep sleep by hearing the noise of the baby girl crying. 9. advice. All five Pandavas are incarnation of five out of seven Indra. Yashoda and Nanda were Krishnas foster parents. The night Krishna was born, the couple were prepared in advance. the cry of a divine child. Vasudev found his way to Nands house. ? Kamsa, as always, ignored her cries. Amazingly, he could see. The devotional service was not an accident. They find nothing to focus upon or feel connected with during such devotional meditation. 2010-2023 Parenting.FirstCry.com. entered queen Yashoda's quarters. Just as silently as he had come, Vasudev returned to Mathura with the baby girl. Vasudeva came onto the bank of the Yamuna and saw that the water of the Yamuna was roaring with waves and that the whole span was full of foam. After all, he was not going to let her people under his reign didn't fear for intruders or thieves in the night. 10. The palace guards trembled at his enraged face. Vysa said :-- O king! Devaki's brother Kans was an oppressor and enemy of the deities. At the stroke of midnight, the eight baby, who we know as Lord Krishna was born to Devaki. This devotion can either be toward the formless aspect of God or toward his personal form. The deity requested Brahma for his intervention. She addressed him, Oh wicked Kansa, you have just shown your evil nature by trying to harm and innocent baby, but your destroyer was born to Devaki at midnight and is now safe in Gokul. immediately thought of killing Devaki for he thought, How can a child be Everyone in the household of King Nanda was in a joyous mood. 46-47. There are tons of other explanations out there that may succeed in convincing different types of people. Take this child across the River Yamuna to the Gokul kingdom, ruled by "Goodbye, my son," he whispered. evil uncle Kamsa. Devotion toward the formless is intangible and nebulous to most people. They had no choice but to stay there. The guards hurried to the prison door to make sure their prisoners were still safe and secure, and saw Devaki holding a newborn baby in her arms. 40. It was of the eighth child, a son, born to Queen He was born to Devaki and her husband Vasudeva who were ironically sent to jail by Devaki's own brother, the evil prince Kansa. He was a king of the Vrishnis, and a Yadava prince. Devaki's eighth son was born at midnight on a dark and stormy night in the month of Sravan. Bhagavn! I have come to serve you; order me now what I can do for you. Share. How can she harm you, brother? asked Vasudev. Even now think out how you can kill your enemy. Kansa took the babys life. Kansa who loved his sister dearly escorted his sister by chariot to her in-laws home. All his questions were answered one O Blessed One! [4][5][6] His sister Kunti was married to Pandu. Kamsa. And with his brother Balaram, he later went "While Vasudeva was carrying his son Krishna in the falling rain, Lord Shesha in the shape of a serpent spread His hood over the head of Vasudeva so that he would not be hampered by the rainfall. When the boy reaches the top of the pyramid, he smashes the pot with a stick, and the buttermilk spills. Kashyapa sought the help of the god Varuna for the offerings of milk and ghee. It was Other evidence is from archeological inscriptions, where Bhagavan is documented epigraphically to be from around 100 BCE, such as in the inscriptions of the Heliodorus pillar. Nearly The prison doors suddenly opened. [22] Krishna acceded her request and brought the children to Devaki from Patala. and always had a smile for everyone. In this manner, he killed seven He was therefore called Krishna, which means dark or black. Thus when the foetus was fully developed, Diti began to look white and full of splendour. It is said that in the spiritual realm there is no need of external lighting, because of this effulgence. Kamsa entered the The one person whom Kansa loved and adored, was his sister Devaki, who was kind, loving and caring. Vasudevs chains fell away from his ankles. Kansa killed each child within minutes of its birth. Vasudeva traced a number of descendants through his sons. now spoke to Vasudev: Lord Vishnu told Vasudev to take the child away to Gokul, and that he must exchange the child for the baby born to Nanda Gopal and Yashoda. troubled by the fear of his possible death, lost his appetite and slept [4] Her cousin is Kamsa,[5][6] the king of Mathura, a cruel tyrant who had been told by Narada that he had been an asura killed by Vishnu in his previous life (Kalanemi), exacerbating his wickedness. Kansa Goes to Kill Yogamaya. Kansa, despite his evil ways, held Vasudev in great respect. He was born to Devaki and her husband Vasudeva who were ironically sent to jail by Devakis own brother, the evil prince Kansa. She was very distraught; how could her brother be so cold and heartless to kill his new born nephew. Balarama married Revati and had 2 sons - Nishatha and Ulmuka & a daughter - Vatsala/Shashirekha. 2) Like the others, Vasudev and Devaki were eager for the savior to be born, even if it meant sacrificing their other children. Krishna and Putana, and more.. other than Sheshnag, the Snake-God, who is known to be the roofing canopy of Start your day with a nugget of timeless inspiring wisdom from the Holy Bhagavad Gita delivered straight to your email! The Father looked at his the face of his infant child and hesitated in a trying time for the commoners of Mathura to put up with Kamsa's 39. Devaki and Vasudev Are Imprisoned. Vasudev and Devaki waited in fear for Kansa to appear, but suddenly all was silent. All his fears vanished for he understood That's not unbelieable to me, since the same sources say Kunti also had her children through divine intervention and not through natural intercourse with the Gods. it is the birthplace of Lord Krishna. Vasudeva secretly carried Baby Krishna out of the prison cell to Gokul (in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh), where he grew up with foster parents and was the darling of the village. This is evidenced by texts and archaeological evidence. Since his wives, Aditi and Surasa, had assisted him in concealing the cows in his hermitage, they were also born on earth as his two wives, Devaki and Rohini. Vasudev was in despair how would he cross the river? Anantadeva appeared on the scene and used His many hoods to act as an umbrella.