40. LORD KRISHNA AND LORD BALARAM ARRIVES AT MATHURA
After Akrura's prayers, the Supreme Lord disappeared from the water and Akrura came out of the river Yamuna. He was amazed to see both Supreme Lords on the chariot. Lord Krishna asked, "My dear uncle, did you see anything wonderful in the river?". Akrura replied, "O Madhava! the function of every living entity is programmed by You! There is nothing true except You! Because You are the creator of the entire universe! Due to Your causeless mercy upon me, I saw Your Vishnuloka! What else I want other than Your Virat Rupa!". The chariot was driven by Akrura. Lord Krishna, Lord Balaram and Akrura then reached Mathura. Akrura requested the Supreme Lords to take rest in his house. Lord Krishna told that He would come to his home after killing those evil demons. So Akrura had a minute disappointment and He obeyed the words of the Lord. Lord Krishna along with Lord Balaram and cowherd boys arrived Mathura city. They saw the prosperous city. The entrance gate was made up of high quality marble and the people of Mathura were very rich. The door of every house of them were made of up first class gold. There was a water pot after the entrance of each and every house. Each house was surrounded by beautiful garden and the aroma of flowers were awesome. Birds like pigeons, peacocks and sparrows were present in the balcony of their houses.
As soon as the ladies and girls of Mathura heard the news of the arrival of Krishna and Balaram, they rushed up themselves to see those two handsome Lords. Some of the ladies were half dressed, some left their eating, some of them were decorating themselves and left the work half finished. The ladies of Mathura rushed to see them from the roof of their houses. When they saw Krishna and Balaram, their hair stood erect with ecstasy. They became so anxious and were attracted by their charming beauty. Some of the girls gathered around them to enjoy their arrival. Lord Krishna and Lord Balaram were grandly welcomed by the inhabitants of Mathura.
While They were visiting Mathura, They saw an arrogant washer-man and dyer. Lord Krishna asked, "O man, can I have these pretty clothes? You will attain elate to the fullest in your entire life definitely!". The angry washer-man told, "These clothes are not for folly guys like you! You won't deserve these clothes. Keep in mind that the king would arrest You because of Your begging! I'm going to deliver all these beautiful clothes to only king kamsa and not for You guys! On hearing the blaspheme words, Lord Krishna killed him with His fingers. His head was separated from his body. Lord Krishna killed the washer-man for a reason. The washer-man was once lived in the period of Lord Rama in his past life. He criticized Lord Rama's relationship with Goddess Sita. But Lord Rama wished not to punish him. Due to this, the washer-man takes birth in Dwapara Yuga. Due to his arrogance, Lord Krishna killed him and gave liberation due to his causeless mercy. On seeing the incident, the other washer-men hurried and departed immediately from Their sight. Lord Krishna gave away the beautiful clothes to Lord Balaram and the cowherd boys. They looked magnificent. While They were passing the city, a florist named Sudhama welcomed the Supreme Lords with great devotion and love. He welcomed Them by offering flowers and beautiful garlands. Both Lords were very satisfied to their heart's content and blessed Him. After receiving the great welcome of Sudhama, They again continued to visit the city. On seeing the two Supreme Lords, a lady named Kubja who had hunchback wanted to welcome Them.
She was carrying a cup full of sandalwood oil. Lord Krishna smelled the fragrance of the sandalwood oil. He asked, "O lady, who are you? The fragrance of the sandalwood oil prepared by you is very nice!". The lady said, "O beautiful Lord! I'm Kubja. I'm a perfume maker for king kamsa. I used to prepare fragrant sandalwood oil and many perfumes with catchy aromas. Now, I wish to welcome You! I want to anoint You with this sandalwood oil!". Lord Krishna was so attracted by the fragrance of the sandalwood oil. Kubja began to anoint the sandalwood oil on the lotus feet and broad chest of the two beautiful Lords. Lord Krishna was very pleased by her welcome and devotion. He wanted to make Kubja straightened. Lord Muraari placed His lotus feet on the feet of Kubja and transformed into a straightened body. Kubja transformed into a very beautiful lady and her hunchback was no more due to the mercy and love of the Lord. She began to praise the Lord with great devotion.
TO BE CONTINUED......
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Very beutifully presented
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