Shloka 59
Dhruva’s Darśana, Transformative Prayers, and the Boon of the Dhruva-loka
Pole Star
ध्रुवाय पथि दृष्टाय तत्र तत्र पुरस्त्रिय: । सिद्धार्थाक्षतदध्यम्बुदूर्वापुष्पफलानि च ॥ ५८ ॥ उपजह्रु: प्रयुञ्जाना वात्सल्यादाशिष: सती: । शृण्वंस्तद्वल्गुगीतानि प्राविशद्भवनं पितु: ॥ ५९ ॥
dhruvāya pathi dṛṣṭāya tatra tatra pura-striyaḥ siddhārthākṣata-dadhy-ambu- dūrvā-puṣpa-phalāni ca
As Dhruva Mahārāja proceeded along the road, gentle ladies of the neighborhood gathered from every side to behold him, and with motherly affection they blessed him, showering white mustard seed, barley, curd, water, fresh dūrvā grass, fruits, and flowers. Hearing their sweet songs, Dhruva entered his father’s palace.
FAQs
This verse lists mustard seeds, unbroken rice, yogurt, water, durvā grass, flowers, and fruits as auspicious offerings used to honor Dhruva Mahārāja.
Dhruva had returned as a spiritually accomplished devotee and celebrated prince; the women honored him with traditional auspicious articles as a sign of reverence and blessing.
Receive them respectfully with clean, simple offerings and a sincere heart—honor their devotion and create a sacred, appreciative atmosphere.