Life Lessons from the Journey of Lord Krishna
Life is a journey filled with countless turns of joy and sorrow. Some lose themselves in those turns and weep, while others cross them with a smile. Among the many who rose from life’s highs and lows stands a unique personality—Shree Krishna. His life is not merely a story, but an open book of inspiration for everyone.
Even before his birth, dark clouds of hostility hovered over him. On a dark night in the month of Bhadra, he was born inside a gloomy prison cell. Perhaps he came to show that one need not despise darkness—just light a lamp and it will fade. No matter how old the darkness is, cursing it will not bring light; one must light the lamp. Krishna came as that lamp, shining through his divine actions.
On the night of his birth, his father carried him away from his mother to a village of cowherds, facing many challenges along the way. Yet, misfortune followed him there too. Surprisingly, none of this could erase his smile. He saw every challenge as an opportunity. His life teaches us not to sink into despair, but to look for the door of opportunity.
Krishna’s life was filled with love, affection, and warmth, but destiny often placed him in the battlefield—whether in the form of Putana, Trinavarta, Aghasura, Dhenukasura, Pralamba, or others. Even when confronted by Kaliya, the serpent, he played the flute of peace upon its hood. Smile, dance, and music were inseparable parts of Krishna’s nature. He was both the source and the abode of joy. His life whispers to us:
Inspiration from Lord Krishna
“Do not chase outer pleasures; be the source of joy yourself and seek happiness within.” The playful pastimes of Vrindavan carry the same message—if possible, make your surroundings joyful.
We often wander in search of entertainment that offers only momentary joy and sometimes even sorrow. Celebration, however, is not momentary—it is constant. A festival is not just an event but a process that connects us to the true source of life. Krishna’s life inspires us: “Make life a celebration, not just entertainment. Strive to connect yourself to the source of your life.” To free us from grief and attachment, he urged Arjuna in the Gita to understand the difference between the perishable body and the eternal self.
Though a prince, Krishna spent his childhood among cowherds. He did not blame his circumstances or remain idle in sorrow. Instead, he became active and industrious, uniting the nation of his time. He remained a constant source of inspiration: “Do not be troubled by your current situation. Do not sit idle and cry—opportunity will surely come.” In today’s words, his life says—don’t speak the language of a victim; take leadership of your own life.
His message remains as relevant today as ever. In the Bhagavad Gita, he says: “Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana”—“You have the right to perform your duty, but not to the fruits of your actions.” He said this not just to a deluded Arjuna, but to all of us fighting the battles of life—be active, fill your words with enthusiasm, know yourself, and choose your path based on that identity.
Krishna’s life is not just a beautiful tale—it is deep philosophy for every being. He said, “Whatever is endowed with beauty, glory, and power—know that to be born of my splendor.” Wherever beauty, strength, and brilliance exist, there flows the nectar of his presence, the sound of his music, and the beat of his heart. Therefore, walking the path of Krishna’s principles is the best way to make life beautiful.
In the Gita, Lord Krishna declared the purpose of his incarnation: “Dharma sansthapanaarthaya”—to establish righteousness. This teaching holds deep meaning for everyone. Establishing righteousness is not only about winning great wars or leading grand revolutions—it is about embracing truth, justice, and morality in everyday life.
When we walk on the path of truth, wear honesty as our armor, and cultivate compassion for all beings, we light the lamp of righteousness in our small world. Fulfilling our duties sincerely, standing against injustice, and spreading goodwill—these are all acts of establishing righteousness. True dharma is not built in the outer world, but within the heart of each individual. When a person becomes righteous, their environment too becomes filled with righteousness.
These profound and inspiring thoughts tell us that Krishna’s life is a grand epic, teaching how to move forward with a smile in the cycle of happiness and sorrow. His life is not just the tale of a historical figure—it is a living source of inspiration for every era and every individual.
He teaches us to be the hero of our own life rather than a victim of circumstances. True joy and peace lie within us—that is the deep philosophy of Krishna’s life. May the divine consciousness of Krishna awaken within every heart, filling each moment and each situation with a smile, strength, and love.
