Chapter 28 Bhagwan Krishn Pledged
When his companion Salva learned that Krishna had killed Sisupala, he was furious and invaded Dwaraka with a powerful force.
Old Ugrasena was in command of the city’s defence because Krishna hadn’t yet arrived in Dwaraka. The Mahabharata’s descriptions of sieges resemble modern-day battles in many ways.
Dwaraka was a stronghold on an island that was well fortified and well-equipped for defence. Ample barracks, a plentiful quantity of food and weaponry, and a large number of distinguished warriors made composed the garrison.
For the duration of the siege, Ugrasena placed a strict prohibition on drinking and entertainment in general. All of the bridges were destroyed, and ships were forbidden from entering any of the realm’s ports.
The fortress’s surrounding moats were lined with iron spikes, and the city walls were maintained in high condition.
Barbed wire surrounded every entrance to the city, and entry and exit were rigorously governed by permits and passwords. Therefore, nothing that may have strengthened the city, which nature had already rendered impenetrable, was overlooked.
The soldiers now receive more money. Before being recruited as soldiers, service-related volunteers were put through rigorous testing.
Because the siege was pressed so hard, the garrison endured severe hardships. When Krishna returned, the suffering in his beloved city broke his heart, and he instantly ordered Salva to raise the siege by fighting and overpowering him.
Krishna didn’t learn about the events at Hastinapura, the dice game, or the exile of the Pandavas until thereafter. The Pandavas’ home was in a jungle, so they immediately headed out for it.
Many people travelled with Krishna, including members of the Bhoja and Vrishni tribes, the Chedi country’s monarch Dhrishtaketu, and the Kekayas, who were all committed to the Pandavas.
When they learned of Duryodhana’s perfidy, they were seized with righteous fury and shouted out, “Surely the earth will drink the blood of such evil people!”
Draupadi approached Sri Krishna and described her transgressions in a voice drenched in tears and torn with weeping. She uttered: “I had just one clothing on when I was pulled to the gathering. The sons of Dhritarashtra made the most obscene insults at me and revelled in my suffering.
They harassed and mistreated me because they believed I had become their slave. Even Bhishma and Dhritarashtra were unaware of my origins, my ancestry, and my connection to them. O Janardhana, not even my husbands could shield me from those vile thugs’ jeers and crude taunts.
Both Bhima’s physical prowess and Arjuna’s Gandiva bow proved ineffective.
Even a weakling would have had the will and guts to kill the horrible insulter in response to such a severe offence. Even though Duryodhana is alive, the Pandavas are well-known as heroes. I was pulled by my hair since I am the emperor Pandu’s daughter-in-law. I was degraded as the wife of five heroes. Even you, Madhusudana, had abandoned me.” She stood shaking, unable to speak a word as her anguish gripped her.
Deeply moved, Krishna comforted the distraught Draupadi. He stated: “In the gory muck of a lost fight, those who harassed you will be put to death. Clean your eyes. I firmly swear that I will fully exact revenge for your egregious wrongs. I’ll do whatever I can to assist the Pandavas. You’re going to be an empress. I assure you that my words will endure regardless of what happens to the sky, the earth, the Himalayas, or the endless sea. I vouch for it “Krishna also made a serious pledge in front of Draupadi.
We shall find that this commitment was perfectly in line with the scripture-stated goal of the Bhagwan’s avatars: “For guarding the virtuous, killing the wicked, and steadfastly enforcing the law, I am born on earth age after age.”
Dhrishtadyumna also comforted his sister by explaining how the Kauravas would fall victim to nemesis.
He stated: “Sikhandin will bring about Bhishma’s demise, and I shall murder Drona. The evil Duryodhana and his brothers shall perish at the hands of Bhima. The charioteer’s son, Karna, will be killed by Arjuna.”
Krishna stated: “I was in Dwaraka when the tragedy you experienced occurred. I would never have permitted this bogus dice game to take place if I had been in Hastinapur. If I had been invited, I would have gone there and roused the other seniors, including Drona, Kripa, to a feeling of responsibility. I would have done whatever in my power to stop this dice roll for destruction. I was battling King Salva who had besieged my city while Sakuni was defrauding you. I learned about the dice game and the accompanying scandalous tale only after I had vanquished him. I’m sorry I can’t ease your pain right now, but as you know, a damaged dam needs to let some water out before it can be repaired.”
After that, Krishna left and went back to Dwaraka with Subhadra, Arjuna’s wife, and their son Abhimanyu. The sons of Draupadi were taken by Dhrishtadyumna when he returned to Panchala.
Keep Mahabharat Book at Home and Read Daily – DO NOT FALL TO FAKE PROPAGANDA and Allow Enemies to Weaken our Dharma and Bharat
This historical epic Mahabharat is known as fifth Veda. It is a common misconception spread by mlecchas; muslims and christian missionaries, and secular Hindus that reading Mahabharat or keeping it at home will likely lead to arguments and fighting. All of this misinformation was spread by illiterate mlecchas and anti-Hindus, and it is completely incorrect. It is done to mentally weaken Hindus so that they avoid reading Mahabharat. Because Mahabharat invokes bravery, pride and sense of confidence in Hindus.
Keep a copy of Mahabharat at home and read it online at the HariBhakt website. Mahabharat is rightly called the fifth Veda for Kaliyuga people because it is a tool and guidance to invoke confidence and bravery in Sanatan Dharmi Hindus.
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