In the previous episode, we had witnessed a very important analysis as to why Bhagawan Krishna’s “Vishwaroopa Darshan” at the Hastinapura courtroom never made any sort of impact on Duryodhana and King Dhritarashtra. Of course, King Dhritarashtra had the opportunity to realize who Bhagawan Krishna really is and he was thankful to Bhagawan for enabling him to have that divine vision. However, if we look at Duryodhana’s case, there seems to be no change in his approach, even though he came to know the significance of Bhagawan Krishna. This is where we as ardent Bhaktas of Bhagawan Krishna should also realize – It is not merely enough if we see Bhagawan in close proximity. We should tune our minds and hearts towards Him and only then Bhagawan’s “Anugraha” will flow into us. Of course, Bhagawan is very generous and His divine “Anugraha” will flow towards us when He sees us with His divine eyes. However, the bigger question here is whether we are ready to receive that divine “Anugraha” coming from Bhagawan! If our minds operate like in the case of Duryodhana, even if Bhagawan is going to push His “Anugraha” into us, it is not going to enter! However, if we are able to surrender ourselves without our egos to Bhagawan’s divine lotus feet, the entire equation becomes different, isn’t it? This is the important lesson that we’ve to learn from this particular incident in the Mahabharata text.
Moving on thus, Bhagawan Krishna conclusively says that there is no use talking to Duryodhana and Co. unless and until they decide to mend their ways and walk the path of “Dharma”. Saying thus, Bhagawan Krishna leaves the Hastinapura courtroom. Saatyaki and Vidura follow Bhagawan Krishna as He walks out slowly, holding both their hands in His! As Bhagawan Krishna exits the Hastinapura courtroom, we are also coming to the end of this important “Adhyaaya”. Now, before Bhagawan leaves for Viraata Desha again, He once again wants to meet Kunthi Devi and Vidura separately and understand a few things from both of them. Also, Bhagawan Krishna wants to meet Karna in person too. These are going to be interesting sets of events and we’re going to witness them in the successive “Adhyaayas”.
Firstly, Bhagawan Krishna goes to Kunthi Devi and sits with her to talk. Bhagawan explains to Kunthi Devi thus, “Oh my dear Aunt! I’ve tried my best to explain the “Dharma” to Duryodhana and Co. at the Hastinapura courtroom, but I’ve failed to convince them. When Duryodhana is talking, nobody is even trying to oppose him. This itself shows that all of them are prepared for a war, and not for peace. Hence, going by what happened today, I think war is the only solution to this problem! What do you think? Do you feel that there is a better way to avoid this war? If you feel so, please tell me, and I shall follow your words!” As Bhagawan Krishna says thus, Kunthi Devi replies back with tears in her eyes, “Oh Krishna! What can I say in this? For the past thirteen years I’ve been separated from my sons and this itself is breaking my heart like anything. When I was living with Paandu in the forest, I was happy and content with my children. Now that I’ve lost Paandu and I’ve lost my children too, the kingdom is also lost! Hence, Bhagawan Krishna! My message is very simple – Please advise my son Yudishtra to uphold the values of a “Kshatrya” prince. Please stand by him at all times and ensure that he walks the path of “Kshatrya Dharma”. Please guide him along the path of King Paandu, King Yadu and King Puru and the others in the past. You’ve to take up the responsibility to protect the “Dharma” of our clan! A “Kshatrya” prince should always stand up for his people when they are in distress, isn’t it? Hence, my only advice to you and Yudishtra is to live up to this expectation!”
As Kunthi Devi says decisively thus, Bhagawan thinks within Himself, “Oh wow! I was thinking that atleast Kunthi will stand for peace! Now with whatever she is saying, it seems that she too wants this war to happen! Nevertheless! If fate is demanding a war, who can stop it from happening?” Thinking thus, Bhagawan Krishna smiles at Kunthi Devi and bows down with respect to his aunt! Of course, as we know earlier itself, Bhagawan Krishna’s divine incarnation itself is for this war to happen and to destroy all those who follow “Adharma”! So for today, let us understand up to this point and what Kunthi Devi’s opinion is. In the next episode, we’re going to witness Bhagawan Krishna meeting the next person! Stay tuned for an interesting accord! 🙂
The Indian Dharma 