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Skanda Purana, Dvapara Upakhyan

The Day Dwarka Learned Humility

Humbling Satyabhama, Garuda, and Sudarshana

Lord Krishna utilizes the pure, unshakeable devotion of the immortal Hanuman to gently correct the subtle spiritual pride residing in his queen Satyabhama, his mount Garuda, and his cosmic weapon Sudarshana Chakra.

Intermediate· 8 min read· 3 chapters
Ch. 1 · The Three Prides of the Court

The Three Prides of the Court

In the golden city of Dwarka, a subtle pride had entered 's court. Queen Satyabhama believed her beauty was unmatched, Garuda believed his speed across the skies was absolute, and the Sudarshana Chakra believed his power as the supreme weapon was invincible. Reading their minds, smiled and decided to manifest a divine pastime to restore their humility, summoning the immortal from his deep forest meditation.

✦ Visual cue — A grand, shimmering palace interior in golden Dwarka, with Lord Krishna sitting on an ornate throne, looking thoughtfully at his glittering court.

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