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
इत्युक्त्वा राजेन्द्र सुदामा प्रीतमानसः । कृष्णरामयोः अभिप्रायं विज्ञाय शस्तैः सुगन्धैः कुसुमैः कृतां मालां ताभ्यां ददौ ॥
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.