Baal Kaanda
30 - Ego's sway over Narada and the effect of the Lord's Maya
Chaupais
Description
"Hark, O sage! the mind of him alone is susceptible to delusion, whose heart is devoid of wisdom and dispassion. You are steadfast in your vow of celibacy and resolute of mind; you can never be smitten with pangs of Love." Narada replied with a feeling of pride, "Lord it is all due to Your grace." The compassionate Lord pondered and saw that a huge tree of pride had sprouted in his heart. "I shall soon tear it up by roots; for it is My vow to serve the best interest of My servants. I must contrive some plan which may do good to the sage and serve as a diversion for Me." Then, bowing his head at the feet of Sri Hari, Narada departed. The pride in his heart had swelled. The Lord of Laksmi (the goddess of prosperity) then set His Maya into operation. Now hear of her relentless doings.