Srimad Bhagavatam — Navama Skandha, Shloka 4
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एकदा प्राविशद् गोष्ठं शार्दूलो निशि वर्षति । शयाना गाव उत्थाय भीतास्ता बभ्रमुर्व्रजे ॥ ४ ॥
ekadā prāviśad goṣṭhaṁ śārdūlo niśi varṣati śayānā gāva utthāya bhītās tā babhramur vraje
Once at night, while it was raining, a tiger entered the land of the cowshed. Upon seeing the tiger, all the cows, who were lying down, got up in fear and scattered here and there on the land.
FAQs
It means “a tiger entered the cow-pen,” describing a sudden threat that causes fear and disorder among the cows.
Śukadeva Gosvāmī speaks this verse while narrating to King Parīkṣit.
It highlights how fear can create confusion and restless movement—encouraging steadiness, alertness, and seeking proper shelter/protection when danger arises.