Shloka 12
Uddhava’s Counsel: The Jarāsandha Resolution and Kṛṣṇa’s Arrival at Indraprastha
अथादिशत् प्रयाणाय भगवान् देवकीसुत: । भृत्यान् दारुकजैत्रादीननुज्ञाप्य गुरून् विभु: ॥ १२ ॥
athādiśat prayāṇāya bhagavān devakī-sutaḥ bhṛtyān dāruka-jaitrādīn anujñāpya gurūn vibhuḥ
अथ देवकीसुतो भगवान् विभुः प्रयाणायादिशत्। गुरून् विनयेनानुज्ञाप्य दारुकजैत्रादीन् भृत्यान् प्रस्थानाय नियोजयामास॥
The superiors mentioned here are personalities such as Vasudeva, Lord Kṛṣṇa’s father.
FAQs
This verse shows Kṛṣṇa Himself taking leave of His gurus/elders before departing, teaching that even great responsibilities should be undertaken with humility, proper etiquette, and respect for authority.
Because the Lord’s journey is carried out through orderly service—He directs His attendants (including His charioteer Dāruka) so the departure proceeds properly, reflecting divine leadership and disciplined devotion.
Before major decisions—travel, career moves, vows, or projects—seek blessings and guidance from mentors/elders, then organize responsibilities clearly with your team; this aligns action with dharma and reduces impulsiveness.