Shloka 5
Bhṛgu Tests the Trimūrti; Kṛṣṇa and Arjuna Visit Mahā-Viṣṇu and Recover the Brāhmaṇa’s Sons
तत: कैलासमगमत् स तं देवो महेश्वर: । परिरब्धुं समारेभ उत्थाय भ्रातरं मुदा ॥ ५ ॥
tataḥ kailāsam agamat sa taṁ devo maheśvaraḥ parirabdhuṁ samārebha utthāya bhrātaraṁ mudā
Bhṛgu then went to Mount Kailāsa. There Lord Mahāśvara Śiva rose joyfully and came forward to embrace his brother.
In the Vedic civilization it is considered very important to properly greet one’s family members, especially when one has not seen them for a long time. A worthy son should show respect to his father, a younger brother should honor his older brother, and the older brother should show affection to his younger brother in turn.
FAQs
This verse portrays warm intimacy and respect—Lord Śiva rises joyfully and embraces Him like a brother, showing harmony between Bhagavān and His greatest devotee.
Because the arriving divine person was extremely dear to him; the Bhāgavatam depicts Śiva greeting Him with familial affection and honor.
Approach exalted devotees with reverence and warmth, recognizing their devotion and learning humility, unity, and respect across spiritual traditions.