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What are the devotees of Vishnu?
The devotees of Lord Vishnu or Narayana are known as Vaishnavas and are spread over time and place in our subcontinent over the centuries, before and after the Common Era (CE).
Who was a strong devotee of Lord Vishnu?
Narad was certain he was Lord Vishnu’s most ardent devotee. But, Vishnu thought otherwise. Narad was a devoted sage of Lord Vishnu. One day, he asked Vishnu if there was anyone who was more devoted than him.
Who was devotee of Lord Rama?
Shabari
Shabari was an elderly woman, who received Lord Rama’s blessing for her devotion towards him in the ancient Hindu epic ‘Ramayana’. As a small girl, Shabari always wanted to know the meaning of Dharma. In order to know its meaning, she travelled miles and met Sage Matanga one day at Mountain Rishyamukha.
How two devotees of Lord Vishnu met sage Narad?
Two devotees of Lord Vishnu would always meditate together under a large banyan tree. One day, they met Sage Narad, a great devotee and a constant companion of Lord Vishnu. The devotees hailed the Sage and asked a favour of Him.
How compassionate Vishnu is?
Feeling neglected and at rage, Bhrigu kicked Vishnu on his chest. Even after him being humiliated, Vishnu accepted his mistake and massaged his feet instead of getting furious. This is how compassionate Vishnu is! When Sri Vishnu hears his devotee Gajendra calling him, he runs to save him. This poem describes how he rushed to the aid of Gajendra.
Does Lord Vishnu feel pain when a devotee suffer?
A devotee and his love is everything for Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu is the protector of this universe. Every single time a devotee suffers, Lord Vishnu feels the pain. Every single tear shed by a devotee is so much painful for Lord Vishnu.
What did Narad say to the second devotee?
To the second devotee, Narad said, “I am sorry, but Lord Vishnu’s reply to you is that you will have to go on meditating for as many years as there are leaves on this banyan tree.” Hearing this, the second devotee began dancing with great joy!