Some Values Never Get Old

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A Thread of Protection: Krishna’s Vow to Draupadi

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The epic Mahabharata tells the story of a deep and unbreakable bond between Lord Krishna and Draupadi, the wife of the Pandavas. Their relationship is often cited as one of the earliest examples of Rakshabandhan, illustrating the protective and affectionate nature of this festival.

One day, during the Rajasuya Yajna, Lord Krishna was present with the Pandavas and their family. While handling a sword, Krishna accidentally cut his finger. Seeing blood trickling from the wound, Draupadi immediately tore a piece of her saree and wrapped it around Krishna's finger to stop the bleeding.

Krishna was deeply moved by this gesture of love and care. In return for this small act of kindness, he vowed to protect Draupadi in her hour of need. He said, "Whenever you are in trouble, just remember me, and I shall come to your aid."

Years later, when the Kauravas humiliated Draupadi by attempting to disrobe her in the court after the infamous dice game, she called out to Krishna for help. True to his promise, Krishna came to her rescue. He miraculously provided an endless length of cloth, saving Draupadi's honor in front of everyone present.

This divine intervention was not just an act of protection; it was a fulfillment of Krishna’s vow to repay Draupadi’s love and care. The bond between them became an eternal example of how the thread of love and protection, symbolized by the Rakhi, transcends time and space.

The Moral of the Story

This story highlights the essence of Rakshabandhan, where even a small act of kindness and love can forge a lifelong bond of protection and support. The festival reminds us that it is not the thread alone that binds brothers and sisters, but the mutual love, trust, and sense of duty they have for each other.

Location: Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India

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