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The Eighteenth Chapter
405. The elephants of the forest, filled with devotion, offered blooming lotuses at the feet of the Lord. ||45||
86. The red lotuses, held in the trunks of the elephants, seemed to double the beauty of the pushkaras (trunks). ||86||
8. The rays of peace emanating from the Lord's body subdued even the untamed lions and other animals. ||8||
10. Though the Lord, the King of the Universe, was fasting, he did not experience hunger. This is because the feeling of contentment, arising from the highest state of devotion, conquers all desires. ||10||
89. The thrones of the Indras trembled due to the power of the Lord's meditation. Indeed, the fortitude of great souls can shake the world. ||89||
10. Thus, the Lord attained the state of Pratimā Yoga, which is completed in six months. For him, that long period passed like a fleeting moment, as he was filled with unwavering fortitude. ||10||
91. Meanwhile, the princes, Nami and Vinami, sons of the King of Mahākaccha, arrived at the Lord's presence. They were both young and delicate, filled with devotion, and eager to serve the Lord's feet. ||91-92||
93. They were both consumed by worldly desires. Therefore, they bowed to the Lord, saying, "May you be pleased," and clung to his feet, interrupting his meditation. ||93||
94. "O Lord, you have divided your kingdom among your sons and grandsons. You forgot us while doing so, therefore, please grant us some worldly possessions." ||94||
95. Thus, they repeatedly pleaded with the Lord, oblivious to the difference between right and wrong. At that time, they were engaged in the worship of the Lord with water, flowers, and incense. ||95||
96. The Naga king, known as Dharanendra, who resided in the palace, became aware of this entire incident through his divine knowledge, as he felt his throne tremble. ||96||