Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Vishvamitra's Rrequest

When the king heard, that the sage Vishvamitra was paying him a visit, he along with a host of Brahmins went outside to greet him. The king prostrated on the floor in reverence, before bringing him inside and seating him on his own throne. Then, the king, giving him the utmost respect, by washing his feet, declared what an honour it was for him, and their was no person more blessed than him. Delicious food was served to the sage. All this honour and service was a big delight for him.

The king summoned his four sons, to come and pay obeisance at the sages feet. The sage was struck with awe at the beauty of Shri Ram, just like a chakore (a bird) gets enamoured at the sight of the full moon.

With a pure and happy heart, the king eventually asked the sage how he had graced him, for he had never done that before. If. he had anything in mind, that he could help him with, then he would take care of it, without any delay. The sage replied, how the demons had been tormenting him for a while. Therefore, he had come to ask the king for a favour. If the king would let him take the two princes, Ram and Lakshman, who can kill the demons, then he (the sage ) would feel secure.

Dehu Bhoop Mun Hurchith Tajahun Moha Agyan

Dharm Sujus Prabhu Tumah Kaun Inha Kahain Ati Kalyan


"With a cheerful heart entrust your two sons to me Oh king! Let no love or ignorance stop you. Religious merit and renown will be yours, while your sons will be forever blessed."

What was the king's reply, as well as his reaction, will of course, be a part of another day's discussion. Today, we learn from the king's reception of Vishvamitra, that we should always be very good hosts. One never knows when, and in which form, we might have a chance meeting with God. He might just visit your house one day! Live in Ram Rajya until then! JAI HO!

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