Tuesday, September 29, 2009

The Supreme Enjoyer

Rasika Mukuta mani Sri Syamasundhara
Sri Krsna who's complexion resembles a dark monsoon cloud, who stands in a three fold bending way playing on his flute, is the crown jewel of all Rasa. He plants the seeds of Rasa and waters them, then without any reservation enjoys all the fruit when they become extremely ripe.
Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu who is non other than Radha and Krsna combined appeared in this world along with his associates, just to distribute freely the seeds that fell out of those extremely sweet and juicy fruits.

It is said in the Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya-lila 19.151: "After wandering throughout the universe for unlimited births, the Jiva (Individual Soul) becomes fortunate when by the mercy of guru and Krsna(Supersoul) he receives the seed of Devotion."

Under the guidance of ones guru the seed of devotion becomes mature and the fruit of pure devotion begins to ripen. Krsna being attracted picks the ripened fruit and enjoys it, after all he is "Rasika Mukuta mani Sri Syamasundhara" the Supreme enjoyer. - AJD