The Story of Govardhan Leela: Krishna Lifts the Govardhan Hill

The Story of Govardhan Leela: Krishna Lifts the Govardhan Hill

From Srimad Bhagavatam Canto 10: The Summum Bonum — A Gentle Bedtime Story for Young Vaishnavs

Once Upon a Time in Vrindavan…

In the peaceful village of Vrindavan, little Krishna lived with His friends, cows, and loving parents. The villagers were happy and always grateful to the gods for their blessings. Every year, they prepared a big festival to worship Lord Indra, the god of rain, by offering milk, sweets, and prayers.

One day, Krishna saw everyone busily preparing for the festival. With His sweet smile, He asked, “Why do we worship Indra? Who truly gives us rain and food?” The villagers explained that Indra was the rain god and that they depended on his kindness.

But Krishna, always wise, said, “It is Govardhan Hill that gives us grass for our cows, fruits, and water from its streams. Let us honor Govardhan Hill, the real protector of Vrindavan.” The villagers listened to Krishna’s loving words and agreed. That year, instead of worshipping Indra, they decorated Govardhan Hill with flowers and offered mountains of delicious food.

Lord Indra’s Anger

Lord Indra, sitting high in the heavens, saw that the people of Vrindavan were not worshipping him. He became angry and decided to teach them a lesson. He sent dark clouds to cover Vrindavan, and soon, a terrible storm began. Thunder crashed, rain poured down, and rivers overflowed. The people and animals of Vrindavan were frightened and ran for shelter, but there was no safe place left.

Krishna Lifts Govardhan Hill

Seeing His dear friends and villagers in trouble, Krishna calmly walked to the mighty Govardhan Hill. With just His little finger, He gently lifted the whole mountain as easily as a child lifts an umbrella! He called out, “Come, everyone, bring your cows, families, and friends. Take shelter under Govardhan Hill.”

All the people and animals of Vrindavan gathered beneath the giant hill. Krishna stood smiling, holding up Govardhan with His little finger, keeping everyone safe and dry. For seven days and nights, the rain poured outside, but beneath the hill, it was warm and peaceful. Everyone sang, played, and told stories together, feeling safe in Krishna’s presence.

Indra Realizes Krishna’s Divinity

After seven days, Indra saw that his storm could not harm Krishna or the villagers. Realizing his mistake, Indra stopped the rain, and the clouds disappeared. He flew down from the heavens, bowed to Krishna, and begged for forgiveness. Indra understood that Krishna was no ordinary boy—He was the Supreme Lord, loving and protecting all.

Krishna smiled kindly and forgave Indra, teaching him and everyone in Vrindavan the lesson of true humility and faith.

A Joyful Celebration

Krishna gently placed Govardhan Hill back in its place. The villagers cheered and celebrated, hugging Krishna with tears of gratitude and joy. From that day on, the people of Vrindavan worshipped Govardhan Hill with even more love, knowing it was blessed by Krishna Himself.

Moral of the Story

Dear children, Govardhan Leela teaches us to always trust in God’s love and protection. Even the biggest problems can be overcome when we have faith and work together. True devotion means seeing God’s blessings in nature and in every moment of our lives.

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