Dashakam 31 Bali Moksham

This episode is significant because it narrates the humbling of the pride of Mahabali, the demon king, during the Vamana Avatar story. This chapter conveys important spiritual lessons:

• Mahabali, though powerful and victorious over the three worlds, is tested for his pride by Lord Vishnu in the form of Vamana.

• Despite his immense power, Mahabali submits humbly to Vamana’s requests, showing surrender after initial pride.

• The dialogue highlights the importance of humility, the dangers of arrogance, and the ultimate supremacy of divine will.

• Mahabali’s acceptance of his fate and offering of his head for the third step of Vamana symbolize true surrender and devotion.

• Lord Vishnu blesses Mahabali, acknowledging his virtues and granting him a greater realm and a boon to return annually, symbolizing divine grace alongside justice.

• This Dasakam also references the role of the guru, the consequences of disregarding guidance, and that true power lies in surrendering the ego before divinity.

Overall, Dashakam 31 impresses upon devotees the values of humility, surrender, and reverence for spiritual authority, showing that pride must be humbled for spiritual progress and divine blessings

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