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Gita Govinda -Shri Jayadeva Gosvami
Act One : sämoda dämodaraù
The Delighted Captive of Love
Song 4
Scene Four
Verse 47
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May this auspicious, delightful and astounding song of Shri Jayadeva increase the good fame of all. This song bestows all virtues. It describes Rädhä’s gaze upon the wondrous mystery of the sensual games performed by Kṛṣṇa as she laments in separation from him in the bowers of Våndävana. It extends the excellence emanating from those forest pastimes. CommentaryTo conclude, Shri Jayadeva says, “Herein lies the mystery of Keçava’s astonishing amorous affairs. The wonderful secret is that one Kṛṣṇa expands himself into as many forms as there are gopés. Thereby he enjoys loving pastimes with them all at the same time and personally fulfils their cherished desires. “This song is enchanting because it adheres exactly to the rigours of räga and täla. Yet the greatest cause of its appeal lies in the portrayal of Keçava’s secret arts of love. May this sweet, melodious song confer auspiciousness and increase the fame of those who recite and hear it.” |
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