Krishna and Akrura - Krishna and Akrura - Krishna Accepts Kansa's Invitation

Krishna and Akrura

People everywhere were talking about Krishna - the boy from Gokul who performed miracles and defeated demons without fear. These stories reached Kansa, the king of Mathura and Krishna's wicked uncle. And the more he heard, the more convinced he became that Krishna was none other than Devaki's eighth child - the one destined to end his life.

Kansa's Fear Grows with Every Story of Krishna

Kansa couldn't sleep in peace. He had to get rid of Krishna. So he thought of a trick - instead of sending another demon, this time he would invite Krishna himself to Mathura, pretending it was for a holy yajna (ritual).

Kansa called his minister, Akrura, and said, "Go to Gokul. Invite Krishna and his brother Balaram to Mathura in my name. Tell them it's for a special puja. I want them here."

Akrura, the Devoted Minister

But what Kansa didn't know was that Akrura wasn't just a minister - he was a true devotee of Krishna. His heart was filled with love for the young divine boy.

When Akrura reached Gokul and saw Krishna, he was overwhelmed with emotion. Tears rolled down his cheeks as he bowed before Krishna and touched his feet. He couldn't hide the truth and told Krishna everything about Kansa's plan.

The Journey from Gokul to Mathura Begins

Krishna smiled and said, "So Kansa thinks he can trap me with a fake invitation?" He laughed, amused at his uncle's plan. But Krishna was never one to back away from a challenge. "Let's go to Mathura," he said calmly. "It's time I meet Kansa face to face."