The Story of the Syamantaka Jewel

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 The Story of the Syamantaka Jewel

From Srimad Bhagavatam, Canto 10: The Summum Bonum (The Glories of Krishna)
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The Story of the Syamantaka Jewel

In the grand city of Dwarka, Lord Krishna lived happily with His family and friends. Dwarka sparkled with joy and kindness, but soon a special adventure began, all because of a magical jewel known as the Syamantaka.

The Magical Syamantaka Jewel

The Syamantaka was no ordinary gem. It shone like the sun and was said to bring its owner great wealth and endless gold every day. The jewel belonged to Satrajit, a nobleman and devotee of the sun god, Surya. One day, Satrajit brought the dazzling jewel to Dwarka. Everyone was amazed by its beauty, but Krishna gently advised Satrajit to share its wealth for the good of all.

Satrajit, however, wished to keep the jewel for himself. He gave it to his brother, Prasena, for safekeeping. Prasena wore the jewel around his neck and went hunting in the forest. But while deep in the woods, a wild lion attacked Prasena and took the jewel away!

The Disappearance of the Jewel

When Prasena did not return, rumors began in Dwarka. Some people even whispered that Krishna had taken the jewel for Himself. Krishna heard these rumors and wanted everyone to know the truth. So, He set out for the forest with His brother, Balarama.

Following the trail, Krishna found Prasena’s body and saw lion tracks leading deeper into the forest. Further along, He found the lion slain by a giant bear named Jambavan, who had taken the jewel to his cave. Krishna bravely entered the dark cave to search for the jewel.

Krishna’s Battle with Jambavan

Inside the cave, Jambavan’s little son played with the Syamantaka jewel. Krishna asked for the jewel, but Jambavan did not recognize Him and thought Krishna was a thief. They fought a great battle for twenty-one days! At last, Jambavan realized Krishna was none other than Lord Vishnu, whom he had served in the past as Lord Rama.

Jambavan bowed to Krishna, offered Him the jewel, and also gave Him his daughter Jambavati to marry. Krishna accepted both with grace.

The Jewel Returns

Krishna returned to Dwarka with Jambavati and the Syamantaka jewel. He gave the jewel back to Satrajit, clearing all doubts and bringing peace and joy back to the city. Satrajit felt very sorry for not trusting Krishna and offered Him the jewel and his daughter Satyabhama. Krishna, in His humility, returned the jewel to Satrajit and happily accepted Satyabhama as His wife.

The magical Syamantaka jewel remained in Dwarka, but Krishna taught everyone that honesty, trust, and sharing are far more precious than any treasure.

Moral for Young Vaishnavs:
True riches are honesty, trust, and kindness. Never let doubt or greed cloud your heart. With truth and faith in God, all problems are solved, and peace returns.

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