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Govardhan Leela Mystery: In Hindu religion, the activities of Lord Krishna are not only fascinating, but they also teach deep lessons of life. The most impressive story among these is that of ‘Govardhan Dharan’. When little Kanha had crushed the ego of Devraj Indra by lifting the huge Govardhan mountain on his smallest finger (pinky). But have you ever wondered why God chose the little finger to lift the mountain? Let us know.
What is the story of Govardhan Leela?
The people of Braj used to worship Lord Indra for good rainfall every year. Child Krishna argued that Indra was only performing his duty, whereas the real protectors were nature and Govardhan Mountain, which provide fodder to the animals and oxygen to us. Following Krishna’s words, the people of Braj started worshiping the mountain instead of Indra. Angered by this, Indra started torrential rain on Braj. Then, to protect the people of Braj, Shri Krishna held Govardhan Mountain on his finger for seven days.
5 big reasons to lift a mountain with your little finger
shattering indra’s ego
Indra was very proud of his powers. Shri Krishna wanted to tell that the mountain which Indra could not move even with his full strength, God could handle it even with his smallest and weakest finger. It was a battle of power versus ego.
‘Kanishtha’ means symbol of dedication
In palmistry and spirituality the little finger is considered the least powerful. By wearing it on the finger, Krishna gave the message that when we completely surrender to God, He averts the biggest crisis even with minimal efforts to protect us.
respect for women power
According to the Puranas, the little finger is considered a symbol of power and compassion. Krishna used this finger to show that true strength lies in softness.
Relation of finger with Govardhan
It is believed that the five fingers of our hand represent the five elements (earth, water, fire, air and sky). The little finger is considered to be associated with the water element. Indra was the god of rain, so Krishna stopped Indra’s attack with his finger of water element.
Love of Gopis and Brajvasis
There is also a beautiful belief that when Krishna lifted the mountain, all the cowherds put their sticks under the mountain. He felt that the mountain had stopped due to his strength. With the help of his little finger, Krishna made them feel that they all were his partners in this great work.
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