Srimad Bhagavatam — Dashama Skandha, Shloka 49
Kṛṣṇa Enters Mathurā: City Splendor, Devotees’ Reception, and the Washerman’s Fate
इत्यभिप्रेत्य राजेन्द्र सुदामा प्रीतमानस: । शस्तै: सुगन्धै: कुसुमैर्माला विरचिता ददौ ॥ ४९ ॥
ity abhipretya rājendra sudāmā prīta-mānasaḥ śastaiḥ su-gandhaiḥ kusumair mālā viracitā dadau
हे राजेन्द्र, यह समझकर कि श्रीकृष्ण और बलराम की यही इच्छा है, प्रसन्नचित्त सुदामा ने ताज़े सुगंधित फूलों की सुंदर मालाएँ बनाकर उन्हें अर्पित कीं।
FAQs
This verse shows that a devotee like Sudāmā, understanding Kṛṣṇa’s desire, lovingly offers a garland of excellent fragrant flowers—simple yet heartfelt service in Kṛṣṇa-līlā.
Because he understood Kṛṣṇa’s intention and, with a joyful heart, expressed devotion by preparing and offering a beautiful garland.
Offer your best—within your means—with sincerity and attentiveness to the Lord’s pleasure; devotion is shown through thoughtful, loving service.