Dashakam 070 Redemption of Sudarshana & Chandra Chuda

This Dashakam is significant because it narrates the episode of the redemption from a curse and the killing of demons Shankhachooda and Arishta, who were formidable enemies threatening Krishna and his devotees. After celebrating a divine festival, Krishna and the Gopas rest peacefully, but a fierce python cursed as Sudarshana attacks Nandagopa. The Gopas try to fight it off but fail, and Krishna intervenes to save him by defeating the serpent.

Following this, Krishna confronts and kills two demonic beings: Shankhachooda, a servant of Kubera, and Arishta, who appears in the form of a terrifying bull and creates havoc by driving away the cows. Krishna's victory over these asuras is depicted as the establishment of Dharma (righteousness) on earth. The devas (celestial beings) rejoice, and Indra himself praises Krishna for restoring cosmic order.

The Dashakam emphasizes Krishna’s role as protector of his devotees and upholder of Dharma. It highlights the divine protection that Krishna provides against all forms of evil and adversity, reassuring devotees of his mercy and power. This chapter demonstrates the continuing divine play (Leela) of Krishna in protecting the cosmic and social order, reinforcing faith and devotion among his followers

Namaskarams and Dhanyavadaha to Smt Savithri Ramesh and Smt Asha Murarka for their help.