Balarama carries the plough and Krsna, a flute. It is said that Balarama is ploughing the field of the heart and in that way, preparing the heart so that the seeds of bhakti can be planted. It is through service attitude that the heart is prepared. By following in the footsteps of Balarama, in the mood of service, ones becomes eligible to receive the mercy of Krsna.

In the seventh canto of Bhagavatam, it is explained that Balarama prepares the heart and then Acutya, Krsna, gives the mercy. Acutya means “the infallible” or “he who never fails to notice the smallest service”. Balarama engages the living beings in the service of Krsna and Krsna sees the smallest service and appreciates it. Today is an important day for us because it is the day when we pray for spiritual strength to serve Krsna, that is why it is one of the best days of the year!


Source:https://www.kksblog.com/2016/08/lord-balarama-carrier-of-the-plough/

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