10/22/1998 - 2400

Krsna Lifts Govardhana Hill

Vrndavana, India (VNN) - by Ramacandra das

In an unprecedented turn of events the young son of Maharaja Nanda todaysaved this quiet village from the wrath of Indra, King of heaven. This years harvest has been abundant and as is the custom a sacrifice toIndra was to be arranged by Nanda Maharaja.

Nanda's young son Krsna, affectionately known as Govinda had other ideas.In an astounding display of Vedic knowledge Govinda convinced his fatherthat such a sacrifice was not necessary.

Utilizing the karma mimamsa philosophy Krsna informed his father thatrequired rains and good weather are automatically provided upon thefulfillment of ones prescribed duties. Furthermore Krsna stated that it isthe results of ones karma that bring one happiness and distress. Finallythe young boy said that rainfall, being the cause of bountiful harvests,is caused by the interactions of the mode of passion.

Against such arguments Maharaja Nanda, finally relenting, arranged asper Govinda's wish a puja to Govardhana Hill instead.In a fit of jealous rage it has become known that Indra sent hissamvartaka cloud to pour freezing rains, thunder and lightning and fiercewinds upon the inhabitants of Vraja.

It has been told to this reporter that Govinda, acting in his role ofBhagavan Sri Krsna then picked up Govardhana Hill as if it were an umbrellaand protected all the inhabitants for one week.

Witnesses tell that upon Indra's viewing of Govinda's mystic powers heimmediately stopped the deluge. The clouds cleared and again the sun roseand the Vrajabasis returned to their homes in ecstasy and great affectionfor Govinda.

In the heavens the demigods of Siddhaloka, Gandharvaloka and Caranalokashowered flowers upon the earth with a great beating of drums and playingof tambouras.

It is known that Indra , being humbled , offered his sincere apologies and prayers to Govinda, Krsna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead, but that is another story.

Ramacandra das