Baal Kaanda
32 - The austerities of Manu and Satarupa and their receiving a boon from the Lord
Chaupais
Description
On seeing his love and hearing his invaluable words, the compassionate Lord said, "Amen. But where shall I go to find My equal? I Myself, O king, shall be a son to you." Then, seeing Satarupa with her hands still folded, He said, "O good lady, ask whatever boon you please." "O gracious Lord, the boon which the clever king has just asked has appealed to me much. But it is great presumption, my Lord, even though such presumption is liked by You, O friend of the devotees. You are the progenitor even of Brahma and other gods, the lord of the universe and the Supreme Being who dwells within the heart of all. Realizing this, my mind is filled with doubt; but what You have said is infallible. O my master, the bliss that is enjoyed and the goal that is reached by your own devotees-