Srimad Bhagavatam — Dashama Skandha, Shloka 29
Gokula’s Wonder, Kṛṣṇa’s Bhakta-vaśyatā, the Move to Vṛndāvana, and the Slaying of Vatsāsura and Bakāsura
तत्तत्राद्यैव यास्याम: शकटान् युङ्त मा चिरम् । गोधनान्यग्रतो यान्तु भवतां यदि रोचते ॥ २९ ॥
tat tatrādyaiva yāsyāmaḥ śakaṭān yuṅkta mā ciram godhanāny agrato yāntu bhavatāṁ yadi rocate
Therefore, let us immediately go today. There is no need to wait any further. If you agree to my proposal, let us prepare all the bullock carts and put the cows in front of us, and let us go there.
FAQs
Because the Vraja residents were preparing to relocate without delay, organizing their journey practically—wagons ready and the cattle led ahead—so the community could move safely and efficiently.
In Vedic culture, cows are a primary form of wealth—sustaining society through milk and supporting dharma—so leading the 'godhana' first highlights protection and priority given to the cows.
It teaches prompt, organized action in service—avoid procrastination, plan responsibly, and prioritize protecting what sustains spiritual culture and values.