Srimad Bhagavatam — Dashama Skandha, Shloka 23
Gokula’s Wonder, Kṛṣṇa’s Bhakta-vaśyatā, the Move to Vṛndāvana, and the Slaying of Vatsāsura and Bakāsura
उत्थातव्यमितोऽस्माभिर्गोकुलस्य हितैषिभि: । आयान्त्यत्र महोत्पाता बालानां नाशहेतव: ॥ २३ ॥
utthātavyam ito ’smābhir gokulasya hitaiṣibhiḥ āyānty atra mahotpātā bālānāṁ nāśa-hetavaḥ
उपानन्द ने कहा—हे गोप-मित्रो! गोकुल के हितचिन्तक हम लोगों को यहाँ से उठकर अन्यत्र जाना चाहिए, क्योंकि यहाँ बार-बार बड़े उपद्रव होते हैं, जो बालकों के विनाश का कारण बनते हैं।
FAQs
This verse shows the Vraja elders recognizing “mahā-utpātāḥ” (great calamities/portents) and responding responsibly—taking practical steps to protect the children and the community.
As a well-wisher of Gokula, Upananda perceived repeated dangers aimed at the children and urged an immediate relocation to avert further harm, aligning with the community’s duty of protection.
Be a true “hitaiṣi” (well-wisher): notice warning signs early, take timely protective action, and prioritize the safety and spiritual well-being of dependents over comfort or inertia.