Dashakam 088 Santhana Gopalan

Santana Gopalan, featured in Dasakam 88 of Narayaneeyam, refers to a heartfelt episode involving the sorrow of a Brahmin couple who repeatedly lost their children shortly after birth. This poignant section portrays the anguish and deep yearning of the parents for offspring, which is a significant theme in the text as the couple prays fervently to Lord Krishna for the blessing of progeny.

The narrative highlights Krishna's compassionate and miraculous intervention to bless the couple with children, reflecting the Lord’s role as Santana Gopala — the protector and benefactor of progeny. This Dasakam not only emphasizes the divine grace that overcomes human suffering and despair but also illustrates the emotional and devotional bond between the devotee and the deity.

The poetic verses celebrate the miracle of life and the fulfillment of parental desires through devotion to Krishna, blending philosophical depth with emotive storytelling. Santana Gopalan is revered in devotional literature for bestowing the boon of children and ensuring their well-being under Krishna’s divine protection.

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