Cool, mild, scented breezes were blowing. The devtas were happy and the munis were eager with anticipation. The hills and dales were blooming with flowers, while the chain of mountains were glittering with their precious gems and minerals. The rivers were flowing over with amrit (nectar)
When Brahma felt, that soon the Lord will appear, he along with the other devtas proceeded in their Arial transport (vimaan). Several groups of (celestial bodies) sang melodiously along with their drums, while showering rose petals. The naags/serpents, gundharvas, munis and devtas brought gifts for the new born and started singing hymns before returning to their abodes.
Then, the One who is the home of the whole universe, and who gives solace to this creation, the Supreme Lord Appeared.
Bhay Pragat Kripala Deen Dayala Kaushilya Hitkaari
Harshitmahatari Muni Mun Haari Adhbhut Roop Bechari
Lochan Abhirama Tanu Dhansyama Nij Aayudh Bhuj Chari
Bhushan Banmala Nayan Bisala Shobha Sindhu Kharari
One who shows kindness to the downtrodden , thinks the best for Kaushilya, the merciful Lord has appeared. One who runs away with the minds of munis, the mother is full of joy seeing His amazing beauty. He had a complexion like the dusty clouds which was very pleasing to the eyes. In His four hands He held his signature emblems, a conch shell, a lotus, a discus and a club. He wore a garland of sylvan flowers and ornaments around his neck. His eyes were large and dusky. That is how with lots of grandeur, the God who killed Khur, the demon manifested Himself.
Kah Duee Kar Jori Astuti Tori Kehi Bidhi Karon Ananta
Maya Gun Gyanateet Amana Ved Puran Bhananta
Karuna Sukh Sagar Sub Gun Aagar Jehi Gavahin Shruti Sunta
So Man Hith Laagi Jan Anuragi Bhayahun Pragat Shrikanta
With folded hands the mother asked, Oh seamless God !! How shall I pray to you? The Vedas and Puranas have called you as transcending maya, above attributes, beyond knowledge and beyond any measure. The rishis and saints call you an ocean of kindness, happiness and sing your praises . That same God, who loves his devotees and is the consort of Laxmi, has showed Himself for my good.
Brahmand Nikaaya Nirmit Maya Rom Rom Prati Ved Kahe
Mam Ur So Baasi Yaha Uphasi Sunat Dheer Mati Thir Na Rahe
Upja Jab Gyaana Prabhu Muskaana Charit Bahaut Bidhi Keenha Chahe
Kahi Katha Suhaee Matu Bhujaee Jehi Prakar Sut Prem Lahay
The Vedas say that in every pore in your body their are thousands of worlds conjured up by this maya.The thought that you were in my womb, is funny, but disturbing for the still minds of the wise. When the mother found this new found knowledge, then the Lord smiled. He wanted to enact a lot of sportive acts . Thus, He showed her many scenes from her past life, so that she would adore Him like a son.
Mata Puni Boli So Mati Doli Tajahun Tat Yeha Rupa
Kejay Sisuleela Ati Priyasila Yeha Sukh Param Anupa
Suni Vachan Sujana Rodan Thana Hoee Baalak Surbhoopa
Yeh Charit Jo Gavahin Hari Pad Pavahin Teh Na Parahin Bhavkoopa
The mother's thinking changed, then she spoke again, "Oh son! leave this, and enjoy your childhood. It will be very joyous for me". Listening to his mother, the Swami of the devtas became childlike, and started crying. Tulsidas says that those people who sing this lay/ stuti of the Lord, attain Lord's abode, and get rid of the toils of existence.
The Lord took this Avatar for the sake of the Brahmins, cows, devtas and the munis. He is however, above all human foibles. He transcends Maya, and is above the three modes of Prakriti (creation) / Satva, Rajas, and Tamas , His body is formed on its own accord, and is above the reach of senses. He was born as a Man, out of His own free will.
Today, we glorify the Lord. The above stuti/lay is sung on Ram Navami the day Ram was born. Do take some time to learn this, then you will live in Ram Rajya! JAI HO!
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