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Gita Govinda -Shri Jayadeva Gosvami
Act Nine : mugdha mukundaù
The Lost Lord of Liberation
Scene Eighteen : Song 18 : Verse 10
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CommentaryWhen Rädhä did not reply or even respond in any way, her sakhé said, “Rädhä, what has happened to you this time? You are completely obstinate. How inconsistent your behaviour is. You were burning in anxiety for his love, yet now that he has come to meet with you, your attitude has surprisingly reversed and you are letting this golden opportunity slip through your fingers. “Kṛṣṇa has so much tender affection for you, but you are harsh and cruel to him. He is bowing at your feet while you arrogantly stand up and rebuke him with abrasive words. He has all good qualities. Just see how much attachment he has for you, but still you are hostile towards him. How he looks upon your beautiful face with whole-hearted attention, joy and eagerness. Yet you remain unaffected and indifferent to him. “Perhaps your intelligence has capsized. Your behaviour is antithetical, so naturally on such a happy occasion sandalwood paste burns you like venom, the cool rays of the moon seem to be as oppressive as the scorching heat of the sun, camphor burns you like fire and the joy of lovemaking seems miserable. Your mind is pervaded by pessimism. Abandon this contrary behaviour at once.” |
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