Butter Thief Baby Krishna (Laddoo Gopala)

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Name: Butter Thief Baby Krishna (Laddoo Gopala)
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZBS09
Price: 75.00 USD
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Specifications

	ZBS09
	Brass Statue
	Height: 4.7 inch
	Width: 3.5 inch
	Depth: 2.7 inch
	Weight 1 kg

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The Mischievous Divine: A Brass Idol of Baby Krishna

Invite the playful spirit of Lord Krishna into your home with this exquisite brass statue. This charming depiction captures the divine child in a moment of delightful mischief, embodying the beloved tales of his childhood in Gokul. Crafted with intricate detail, the statue showcases the young Krishna with a mischievous glint in his eye, a pot of butter held close, and his hand raised as if caught in the act of pilfering his favorite treat. The traditional Indian jewelry adorning his neck and wrists, along with the ornate headdress, speak to his divine status even in his infancy.

Echoes of Myth and Merriment

The stories of Krishna's childhood are central to Hindu lore, filled with instances of his divine pranks and extraordinary feats. He was known to playfully steal butter from the homes of the gopis (cowherd women) in Vrindavan, earning him the affectionate epithet "Makhan Chor" or "Butter Thief." These tales are not just about a naughty child, but about the Lord's divine playfulness, his ability to enchant and win over all beings with his charm and innocence. This statue is a tangible representation of that playful divinity, a reminder of the joy and wonder that Krishna's stories bring. The very act of stealing butter, a staple of Indian cuisine and a symbol of purity and nourishment, becomes a divine sport in the hands of the infant Lord.

An Artistic Treasure in Brass

Cast in durable and lustrous brass, this statue is designed to be a cherished piece for years to come. The warm golden hue of the brass lends an aura of sacredness and timeless beauty, while the craftsmanship highlights the delicate features and ornamentation. The serene yet playful expression on Krishna's face is particularly captivating, drawing the viewer into the narrative of his divine childhood. The detailed modeling of his curled hair, the gentle curve of his lips, and the subtle folds of his garments all contribute to the lifelike quality of this miniature masterpiece. Its compact size makes it ideal for placement on a puja altar, a bookshelf, a desk, or as a decorative accent in any room, bringing a touch of divine grace and playful energy to your personal space. This idol serves as a constant reminder of the divine's presence in the simple joys of life.

The Divine Beauty: Exploring the Meaning and Symbolism Behind Krishna Statues

Lord Krishna is known by various other names such as Govinda, Gopala, Giridhari, Madanmohan, Radharaman, Maakhanchor, etc. The Vedic scriptures mention Him as the Supreme Lord, the cause of all causes, and the controller of living entities. In the Bhagavad Gita, Krishna Himself says that there is no Truth superior to Him and that in all the Vedas, He is to be known. Different people see Him differently. Some people see Him as their son, some as their friend, some as their master, and some as their beloved. He is the source of all pleasure and bliss. There are so many pastimes described in the Vedic literature where it is seen that whoever approached and served Lord Krishna with full faith and devotion, was never bewildered even in the greatest calamities, and was always protected by Him. Lord Krishna is therefore the ocean of mercy.

Lord Krishna expands Himself into different forms to fulfill a particular purpose in the material world. For example, to save His five-year-old devotee Prahlad from the ghastly attacks of his demoniac father Hiranyakashipu, the Lord assumed a special form of half-lion and half-man, Narasimha, and appeared from a stone pillar and killed the demon with His sharp nails. This shows an interesting quality of Lord Krishna. He is very possessive about His devotees. He never tolerates blasphemy against them. Those who try to harm them in any way, the Lord punishes them the hardest way.

Is Krishna statue good at home?

If you want to please Lord Krishna with your service and devotion, keeping the deity of the Lord will be good for you. Wherever there is Krishna, there is opulence, victory, extraordinary power, and morality. Worshiping the deity is one of the easiest ways to build a strong relationship with the Lord. There is no difference between the deity of Krishna and Krishna Himself. The Lord said in the Bhagavad Gita that we can worship Him by offering Him a leaf, a flower, water, or a fruit. If the Lord is pleased, you will feel great satisfaction within your heart and you will experience transcendental bliss. Therefore, keeping the deity of Lord Krishna at home and following the necessary rules and regulations in the deity worship process is highly auspicious.

Which Krishna statue can be kept at home?

There is nothing more sublime than serving the lotus feet of Lord Krishna for it is the very aim of human life. Therefore, you can worship any form of Lord Krishna as your heart desires. You can either keep the deity of the original two-handed form of Krishna playing His flute or the childhood form of Krishna eating butter. You may also keep the deity of Krishna along with Srimati Radharani, His internal potency. If you want to attract the causeless mercy of the Lord and engage in His offenseless service, worshiping the deity of Lord Jagannath, the most merciful form of Lord Krishna would be the best for you. Lord Jagannath does not take offenses of the devotees and only looks at their good qualities and intentions.