Raval, Bahulavan | Braj Mandal Parikrama | Ep 2 | Sri Sampati Dasa

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Welcome to ISKCON Bangalore's Braj Mandal Parikrama virtual pilgrimage! Embark on a spiritual journey through the sacred land of Braj, where Lord Krishna performed His childhood pastimes. This series is designed to give you an immersive experience of the holy sites of Vrindavan, Mathura, and Gokul, especially during the auspicious month of Kartik, when devotees traditionally visit these places.

For those unable to travel physically, this series provides a divine opportunity to connect with Krishna’s pastimes and deepen your devotion from the comfort of your home. Guided by insightful narration, we will visit revered locations like Vishram Ghat, Gokul, and Brahmanda Ghat, where Lord Krishna performed His most enchanting lilas.

Explore the holiest of lands, revered for thousands of years, and relive Krishna’s divine activities. Whether you're a dedicated devotee or new to Krishna consciousness, join us for this spiritually enriching journey.

Watch the entire series here:    • Mathura - Gokul | Braj Mandal Parikra...  
Immerse yourself in the divine glories of Vrindavan!

Today, on the second day of the Parikrama, we will visit the birthplace of Srimati #Radharani.
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Intro 00:00
Raval 00:13
Dauji 04:54
Shankarsana Kund 06:54
Madhuvana 08:00
Druva Tila 10:23
Talavana 14:40
Bahulavana 18:16
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Here is the list of places we will covering as part of our Parikrama today-

1) Raval –
Raval is a small village five miles southeast of Mathura. It is one of Srimati Radharani's special abodes and also the place where She appeared.

2) Baldeo - .
About 25 Km from Mathura is the town of Baldeo, famous for the Dauji temple.
Maharaja Vajranabha, Krishna’s great-grandson, installed the deity of Balarama here.

3) Madhuvana
-When the child Dhruva set out in search of the Lord, Narada Muni recommended that he go to the bank of the Yamuna in the Madhuvana forest. Dhruva Maharaja meditated and underwent severe penances and austerities there on the hill Dhruva-tila.

4) Talavana
Talavana forest is famous for its sweet and aromatic palm trees. Here Lord Balarama killed Dhenukasura, the donkey demon.

5) Bahulavana
Krishna descended here just to test the truthfulness of Bahula, the cow who had fallen prey to a tiger.
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Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu instructs,

ārādhyo bhagavān vrajeśa-tanayas
tad-dhāma vṛndāvanam

Just as Lord Krishna is worshippable,
His abode Vrindavan is also worshippable.

Lord Krishna incarnated along with His eternal abode, Goloka Vrindavana, and His eternal associates in Vrindavan, making it a place of inestimable importance. Even today, residents greet people with chants of "Radhe Radhe! Jaye Radhe!" glorifying Srimati Radharani, Krishna's spiritual pleasure potency.

With the passage of time and the advent of Kali-yuga, this profound spiritual wisdom and the sites of Krishna's pastimes were almost lost to obscurity. Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu ordered His preeminent disciples, the six Gosvamis of Vrindavan, to excavate these lost holy places, construct temples and write books extensively to spread awareness about Krishna among the masses.

Following in their footsteps, Srila Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of ISKCON, travelled around the world to spread Krishna's message by constructing Krishna temples and farm communities, writing several books, and inspiring millions to become Krishna's devotees.

The Braja Mandala Parikrama features narration and presentation by Sampati Dasa, President of ‪@hkmpune‬ . He guides us through this sacred journey with insightful commentary, enriching our experience of the pilgrimage. His narration provides historical and spiritual context, deepening the understanding of the holy sites visited during the parikrama and enhancing the overall devotional experience.

Join us on this enthralling journey to the land of over 5,000 Krishna temples.