ॐ Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya
Shrimad Bhagavata Mahatmya
Rishi Kardam and Devahuti: A Divine Tale of Devotion, Wisdom, and Destiny
Best Story On Karma
Maitreya said, "Once, Sanatkumar was traveling to Lord Vishnu's abode. His appearance was divine and transcendent. He had no obstacles on his way. When he arrived in Vishnu's realm, he was on his way to meet Vishnu.
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With a simple, ascetic appearance, he, along with the other three, approached the gates of Vishnu's Vaikuntha. Jai and Vijay, the gatekeepers of Vishnu's realm, stopped them at the gates. Were they unaware of the child's greatness?
Sanat Kumar felt disrespected. He cursed Jai and Vijay, saying, "Jai! Vijay! You have not attained the balance of mind and equanimity. You are not worthy to stay here. Go! I curse you to be born in a race of demons, where you will experience blindness."
The radiance on Jai and Vijay’s faces vanished. They realized their mistake. They sought forgiveness from Sanatkumar. At that moment, Lord Vishnu, who was fully detached, appeared before Sanatkumar. Vishnu humbly apologized to Sanatkumar, and seeing his humility, Sanatkumar and the other three Kumaras became calm.
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Vishnu said to Jai and Vijay, "Gatekeepers! I believe you have been justly judged. Previously, you stopped Lakshmi herself! Now, you will be born into a demon's family. But we will find a way out of this. When I take incarnations to destroy the wicked, you will assist by gathering all the evil of the world. By your anger, you will meditate upon me, and by concentrating your mind upon me, you will attain me."
Jai and Vijay were born as the sons of Diti, as Hiranyaksha and Hiranyakashipu. Their birth caused ominous signs across the world.
The two performed intense penance. Pleased by their devotion, Brahma granted them a boon, making them arrogant. Hiranyaksha challenged every god, including Varuna.
He was so powerful that even Varuna avoided direct confrontation with him. Varuna told him, "You need an equally powerful opponent. That opponent is Vishnu."
Hiranyaksha searched for Vishnu. He found Vishnu in the form of a boar, lifting the Earth from the ocean. Hiranyaksha attacked Vishnu, but the boar lifted the Earth properly before engaging in battle. Vishnu killed Hiranyaksha with his mace and discus.
"Jai" was the same as Hiranyaksha. Later, he was born as Hiranyakashipu. I'll tell you about his story soon," said Maitreya.
Vidura interrupted, "I have a question. What children did Manu have? Wasn't his daughter named Devahuti, who married Kardama Rishi? Please tell me about Kardama."
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Maitreya responded, "I have already told you about Manu and Shatarupa being created by Brahma to create progeny. Now, I will tell you about Kardama."
Manu had two sons, Priyavrata and Uttanapada, and three daughters: Akriti, Devahuti, and Prasuti. Uttanapada had two wives: Suruchi and Suniti. Suruchi's son was Uttama, and Suniti's son was Dhruva."
Vidura asked, "So, Devahuti had two brothers and two sisters? This is the lineage of Svayambhu Manu, right? Who was Kardama, and why are their names significant?"
Maitreya explained, "Kardama was a sage born from Brahma’s shadow. After performing long penance, he pleased Lord Vishnu, who promised him the daughter of Manu, Devahuti, as his wife. Vishnu also said, 'I will incarnate as the son of Devahuti to teach the knowledge of the Self.'"
Vidura, this secret that you are curious about is indeed fascinating. Let me explain the meaning of the names in terms of spiritual knowledge," said Maitreya.
"Svayam means Vishnu, Svayambhu means Brahma, or pure existence. From him, Manu was born. Manu represents the mind.
His wife, Shatarupa, symbolizes Shakti in her many forms. Priyavrata means the inclination to do whatever one desires.
Uttanapada represents an evolved stage of the mind. Suniti and Suruchi represent good conduct and refined tastes, respectively.
Their son, Uttama, represents a person who attains excellence. Suniti’s son, Dhruva, represents constancy in one’s actions. These names reflect the process of creation and evolution of the mind."
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Vidura was amazed by the explanation and began to understand the deeper meaning behind the names.
Maitreya continued, "The three powers of the mind are Akriti (willpower), Prasuti (the power to create new resolutions), and Devahuti (the power to meditate on the divine).
Kardama symbolizes the primordial substance. When the mind connects with this basic substance, the elements of nature begin to manifest.
Kardama's son, Kapila, taught the Sankhya philosophy, which is the knowledge of the Self."
Vidura was astounded by the metaphors used, and Maitreya went on, "Let's move on to the story of Devahuti and Kardama."
Manu came to Kardama with his daughter, Devahuti. Kardama welcomed them warmly. Manu told Devahuti to pay her respects to Kardama. He said, "O sage, you are a protector of the Vedas and Dharma.
You are a great yogi, detached from worldly affairs, and constantly meditating on Vishnu. Devahuti has chosen you as her husband. Please accept her and start a family."
Kardama agreed and placed one condition: "I will only stay with her until I have a son." Manu, detached as he was, accepted this condition.
Kardama and Devahuti were married. Devahuti served Kardama for many years, performing her duties with great dedication.
After many years, Kardama, pleased with her service, said, "Devahuti, I am pleased with your devotion.
Whatever I have gained through my penance is now yours as well. What is your wish? I will fulfill it."
Devahuti expressed a desire to see the world and travel. Kardama, using his yogic powers, created a beautiful flying chariot with all kinds of comforts.
He granted her divine vision and showed her the universe, including rivers, mountains, cities, seas, and valleys.
Devahuti saw the entire earth and felt immense joy. After their journey, they returned to Bindu Lake, where Kardama explained that the world she had seen was an illusion.
She was advised to meditate on Lord Vishnu, who alone can free one from the bondage of the material world.
Devahuti eventually had nine daughters, but Kardama continued his vow of having a son. One by one, Devahuti’s daughters were married off.
Eventually, after much meditation, Vishnu appeared before Kardama and told him that he would incarnate as Kapila, the son of Devahuti, to teach the knowledge of the Self.
Kapila was born, radiant and serene, a young boy of immense wisdom. Devahuti, now detached from worldly desires, sought spiritual knowledge from her son. Kapila explained to her the nature of the soul, the material world, and the path of devotion.
He explained the various forms of devotion, how one should live a righteous life, and the importance of meditation and detachment from material desires.
When Devahuti asked about the different types of devotion, Kapila explained the qualities of Tamasic, Rajasic, and Sattvic devotion.
He described how true devotion is without any selfish desires, and how one should focus on the Lord with pure love and surrender."
This is the essence of the story of Kardama, Devahuti, and their son Kapila.
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