les mots plus que précieux de Mon Gurudev Ananta das Babaji
Almost one and half month ago, we celebrated ‘dhoolot’ or the ‘dust-feast’ on Mâ Jâhnavâ’s appearance Day. What is so special about the dust of Sri Vrajadhâm? Why does everyone consider the earth of Vraja as divine? Well one reason is that she displays the nineteen symbols under Sri Krishna’s feet proudly on her bosom. Wherever Sri Krishna sports, the earth there holds on to His footprints along with their nineteen symbols. Vraja-bhumi (the earth of Vraja) never lets go of these footprints. This is evident from the fact that when Sri Krishna had sent Sri Uddhav from Mathura to Vraja, in order to console the Vrajavâsis, Sri Uddhav came to Nanda Maharaj’s house and on seeing their pangs of separation and heart-rending tales of sorrow; he consoled him by saying – “O King! You are always sitting at home and thinking about Krishna. So You are feeling sad. If You step out and see the beauty of the woods, mountains, rivers, etc. You will feel better”. On hearing this, Sri Nanda Maharaj replied-
“O Uddhav! I have tried that also. However, as long as I am in Vrindâvan, there is no way I can forget Kanhaiyâ. Every part of Vraja, be it Yamuna, Mânas-gangâ or Govardhan, is decorated with the footprints of my Krishna. Dear Uddhav! There is no place in Vrindâvan where my Krishna has not performed His pastimes. Wherever I go, I see His extraordinary footprints. Then the fire in my heart is rekindled a hundred times more”.
- [S.B. 10.46.22]
It is evident from King Nanda’s words that Vrajabhumi always holds Sri Krishna’s footprints close to her heart. It is in this manner that Vrindâvan spreads the glory of Earth everywhere right up to Vaikuntha. Hence, we see in Venu-geet –
“Dear sakhi! Sri Vrindâvan is spreading the glory of Earth in the entire universe. This is because Sri Krishna’s beautiful footprints are seen everywhere in Vrindâvan”.
- [Vrajadevis in S.B.10.21.10]
But Sri Vrindâvan is divine. He is not connected with Earth at all. He is Vibhu (almighty). He is present everywhere – above in Golok and as well on Earth. So You may ask why should Earth consider herself fortunate if Sri Krishna’s footprints are present in Sri Vrindâvan? You are right. But Earth feels glorified because Vrindâvan has taken mercy on her and is residing on her bosom.
The beautiful footprints of Sri Krishna with their nineteen symbols are not present anywhere else in the universe, be it Heaven or even in Vaikuntha. It is very rare to come across some earth that has been in contact with Sri Krishna’s holy feet.
We find in Srimad-Bhâgavatam, “The Yogis who have attained total self-control and have performed austerities for many lifetimes are not able to attain even a speck of the dust of the Lord’s lotus feet. But the Vrajavâsis are so fortunate that Swayam Bhagavân Sri Krishna is present right in front of their eyes. How can I express their good fortune?”
– [S. B. 10.12.12]
To reside in Sri Vrajadhâm and perform Bhajan following in the footsteps of the Vrajavâsis should be the highest goal for any devotee. All glory to the devotees who are following Sriman-Mahâprabhu’s instructions and they have accepted the position of Srimati Râdhârâni’s maidservant (the topmost status in the spiritual world)! This Bhajan in Manjari-swarup becomes more intense and perfect when we reside in Sri Vrajadhâm. Therefore, we should strive for the same.
Wish you all the best in your Bhajan. Jay Sri Râdhe!
Your servant
Ananta das.
“O Uddhav! I have tried that also. However, as long as I am in Vrindâvan, there is no way I can forget Kanhaiyâ. Every part of Vraja, be it Yamuna, Mânas-gangâ or Govardhan, is decorated with the footprints of my Krishna. Dear Uddhav! There is no place in Vrindâvan where my Krishna has not performed His pastimes. Wherever I go, I see His extraordinary footprints. Then the fire in my heart is rekindled a hundred times more”.
- [S.B. 10.46.22]
It is evident from King Nanda’s words that Vrajabhumi always holds Sri Krishna’s footprints close to her heart. It is in this manner that Vrindâvan spreads the glory of Earth everywhere right up to Vaikuntha. Hence, we see in Venu-geet –
“Dear sakhi! Sri Vrindâvan is spreading the glory of Earth in the entire universe. This is because Sri Krishna’s beautiful footprints are seen everywhere in Vrindâvan”.
- [Vrajadevis in S.B.10.21.10]
But Sri Vrindâvan is divine. He is not connected with Earth at all. He is Vibhu (almighty). He is present everywhere – above in Golok and as well on Earth. So You may ask why should Earth consider herself fortunate if Sri Krishna’s footprints are present in Sri Vrindâvan? You are right. But Earth feels glorified because Vrindâvan has taken mercy on her and is residing on her bosom.
The beautiful footprints of Sri Krishna with their nineteen symbols are not present anywhere else in the universe, be it Heaven or even in Vaikuntha. It is very rare to come across some earth that has been in contact with Sri Krishna’s holy feet.
We find in Srimad-Bhâgavatam, “The Yogis who have attained total self-control and have performed austerities for many lifetimes are not able to attain even a speck of the dust of the Lord’s lotus feet. But the Vrajavâsis are so fortunate that Swayam Bhagavân Sri Krishna is present right in front of their eyes. How can I express their good fortune?”
– [S. B. 10.12.12]
To reside in Sri Vrajadhâm and perform Bhajan following in the footsteps of the Vrajavâsis should be the highest goal for any devotee. All glory to the devotees who are following Sriman-Mahâprabhu’s instructions and they have accepted the position of Srimati Râdhârâni’s maidservant (the topmost status in the spiritual world)! This Bhajan in Manjari-swarup becomes more intense and perfect when we reside in Sri Vrajadhâm. Therefore, we should strive for the same.
Wish you all the best in your Bhajan. Jay Sri Râdhe!
Your servant
Ananta das.
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