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### I Swear By All The Cows - Kartik Parikrama 2024 **By Indradhyumna Swami** --- **Introduction** Dear devotees, by the grace of Sri Krishna and His divine associates, we are once again blessed to explore another of Braj's deeply sacred sites. The Kartik Parikrama of 2024 offers us an opportunity to experience the transcendental atmosphere of Vrindavan, the eternal home of Lord Krishna and His beloved devotees. Our pilgrimage this year takes us to Sudevi’s village, one of the eight villages surrounding Vrindavan, each home to one of Srimati Radharani’s most intimate friends, known as the *ashta-sakhis* or the "eight principal girlfriends." **The Ashta-Sakhis and Their Villages** Srimati Radharani, Lord Krishna’s eternal consort, is supported in her divine pastimes by eight close friends, the *ashta-sakhis*. Each of these sakhis has her own village around Vrindavan, and today, we have the privilege to visit one of these villages. Understanding the significance of these holy places strengthens our devotion and enhances our experience as pilgrims. Let's name these villages: 1. **Lalita Devi** – Lalita’s village is Uchagaon. 2. **Vishakha Devi** – Her village is Kamai. 3. **Chitra Devi** – Anjanuka. 4. **Champakalata Devi** – Karhala. 5. **Tungavidya Devi** – Dabauli. 6. **Indulekha Devi** – Vilpura. 7. **Rangadevi** – Rithora. 8. **Sudevi** – Our current stop, Suera, situated on a beautiful hill known as Surya Parvat, which means “Hill of Gold.” Each village has its own distinct charm and spiritual significance, and each sakhi plays a unique role in assisting Radharani and Krishna in their divine pastimes. **Sudevi and Rangadevi: The Twin Sisters** Sudevi has a twin sister, Rangadevi, and the two are almost identical, both in their appearance and in their devotion to Radharani. Just as we sometimes confuse twins in this world, even Radharani and Krishna can momentarily mistake one sister for the other. Sudevi and Rangadevi are considered eternally youthful, precisely 14 years, two months, and eight days old, with Sudevi being seven days younger than Srimati Radharani. Sudevi’s unique characteristics are lovingly detailed by Rupa Goswami, who provides intimate descriptions of the sakhis and their qualities. These descriptions are far more important than worldly concerns—they connect us to the eternal love that the sakhis embody for Krishna. **Duties and Talents of Sudevi** Rupa Goswami also explains that Sudevi oversees a multitude of responsibilities in the service of Radharani and Krishna. She organizes boat races on the Yamuna, arranges for performances by jungle animals, and skillfully reads auspicious and inauspicious omens to protect the divine couple. Sudevi, along with her maids, looks after Krishna’s animals, including the lions and deer who wander through Vrindavan’s forests. Each sakhi has maids of her own, much like Radharani’s eight personal assistants. These maids help in organizing the many elaborate arrangements and festivals that keep Radharani and Krishna’s pastimes alive in Vrindavan. **The Art of Competition in Vrindavan** The spirit of Vrindavan is unique, with competition as a central element that enhances everyone’s devotion. Even Radharani and Krishna engage in playful competitions, such as their famous dice games, where Radharani often triumphs. Though Krishna is the Supreme Personality of Godhead, He revels in being bested by Radharani, for this play deepens the love they share. The competitive spirit isn’t restricted to games—it extends to the sakhis themselves, especially Radharani and her rival Chandravali. However, this rivalry is infused with transcendental love. Chandravali, despite appearing as Radharani’s “arch-rival,” is in truth an expansion of Radharani, meant to add excitement to Krishna’s pastimes. As Rupa Goswami explains, all who reside in Vrindavan are bound together in selfless love for Krishna. **Lessons in Devotion from Our Teachers** Our acharyas, like Srila Prabhupada and Srila Rupa Goswami, have emphasized the importance of cultivating deep attachment to Radharani and Krishna. Rupa Goswami’s dedication to Radharani is legendary, expressed in his heartfelt prayers, where he declares, “I am yours, I am yours, I cannot live without you.” This level of devotion can inspire us to give ourselves entirely to the service of Radha and Krishna. Even in their own lives, our teachers showed great aversion to anything unfavorable to their worship. Srila Raghunatha dasa Goswami, for example, would refuse anything, even a gift, from Chandravali’s side, as his devotion was solely to Radharani. **The Unity in Love for Krishna** The acharyas explain that while there is rivalry and competition among the residents of Vrindavan, they all unite when Krishna is absent. When He disappears, as He did during the rasa dance or when He left Vrindavan for Mathura, all groups—rivals included—come together in a shared longing for Krishna’s return. Their love for Krishna binds them in unity, even beyond individual attachments. In one pastime, Radharani, mistaking her reflection in a pond for Chandravali, reached out, saying, “Oh, Chandravali! You too are searching for Krishna!” This interaction is a poignant reminder that in the realm of divine love, all hearts beat for Krishna. **Conclusion** As we complete another segment of our Kartik Parikrama, we deepen our appreciation for the transcendental life of Vrindavan. The sakhis, their villages, their unique talents, and the eternal competitions between them reveal a world where every act is meant to bring joy to Krishna and increase the sweetness of His pastimes. This is the essence of Vrindavan. May we all continue to serve Radharani and Krishna with the same devotion and joy that the sakhis embody, and may we eternally be inspired by the teachings of our beloved acharyas.

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