Your noble deeds, O Krishna, are sung far and wide—even in the homes of the gods. The tales of your valor, your liberation of the Gopīs, the wives of mighty rulers, the daughters of Janaka, your parents who found sanctuary in you, and the sages—all recount your greatness. Even we, your humble devotees, celebrate your triumphs, especially your slaying of the enemies of kings and your own liberation. O Krishna, the killing of Jarāsandha will fulfill many purposes; and through this act, the sacrifice you desire will be accomplished. Śuka continued, “O King, after Uddhava spoke these auspicious words, which were pleasing in every way to Acyuta, the divine sage, the elders of the Yadus, and Krishna himself, all honored him. Then the Lord, son of Devakī, gave the command to depart. He took leave of his elders and gave instructions to his servants—Dāruka, Jaitra, and others—and prepared for the journey with great strength. Krishna sent forth his own women, sons, and attendants, took leave of Saṅkarṣaṇa and the Yadu king—the destroyer of enemies—and ascended his chariot bearing the Garuḍa emblem, which his charioteer brought to him. Surrounded by his own army—commanders of chariots, elephants, infantry, and cavalry—he set out, the quarters resounding with the blare of mṛdaṅgas, kettle-drums, conches, and trumpets. The virtuous wives, adorned with fine garments, ornaments, fragrant unguents, and garlands, followed Acyuta, their lord, riding in golden palanquins and chariots, well-guarded by men bearing swords and shields. Men, camels, cows, buffaloes, donkeys, horses, and chariots, along with elephants, attendants, and noble women, all adorned with bangles, armlets, blankets, and garments, carrying their belongings, set out in every direction. The army, with great banners, cloth canopies, parasols, and fans, bearing splendid weapons, ornaments, crowns, and armor, shone with the brilliance of the sun, its tumultuous roar like the ocean stirred by mighty whales and waves. Then the sage, honored by the lord of the Yadus, bowed to him, fixing Krishna in his heart, and departed through the sky. Hearing his resolve, Mukunda, whose senses were satisfied by the sight of the Lord, brought the proper offerings. The Blessed Lord, delighting the royal messenger with his words, spoke: “Do not fear, O messenger; blessings to you. I will destroy the Magadhan.” Thus addressed, the messenger departed, and properly conveyed the message to the kings; they too witnessed the appearance of Śauri, whom they wished to be freed. Hari traveled across Ānarta, Sauvīra, Maru, and Vinaśana, then traversed mountains and rivers, arriving at cities, villages, and cattle stations. Mukunda crossed the Drishadvati and Sarasvati rivers, reached the Panchalas, then the Matsyas, and finally arrived at Shakraprastha. Hearing of Krishna’s arrival, the king—beloved of all and difficult to behold by men—joyfully came out with his teachers, surrounded by friends. Accompanied by the sound of singing and instruments, and the loud chanting of Brahmins, he approached Hrishikesha, as vital breath approaches the life-breath, with reverence. Seeing Krishna, the Pandava’s heart was overwhelmed with affection; he embraced his dearest friend, whom he had not seen for a long time, again and again. Embracing with both arms the spotless abode of Lakshmi, the body of Mukunda, the king, freed from misfortune, attained supreme joy. His eyes filled with tears, his body thrilled, and he forgot all worldly distractions. Bhima, overjoyed, embraced his maternal cousin, his senses overwhelmed with love and smiling; the twins and the crowned one, too, with their hearts full, embraced Achyuta, their tears flowing. Embraced by Arjuna, greeted by the twins, Krishna bowed to the Brahmins and elders, according to their due honor. He honored the proud Kurus, Sṛñjayas, and Kaikeyas, as well as the charioteers, bards, Gandharvas, singers, and counselors. With drums, conches, kettle-drums, lutes, flutes, and cow-horns, the Brahmins praised Lotus-eyed Krishna, danced, and sang. Thus surrounded by friends, the jewel among the famed, praised by all, the Blessed Lord entered the adorned city. The path was sprinkled with fragrant water from elephants, decorated with colorful banners, golden gateways, and full pots. Radiant men and women, adorned with new garments, ornaments, and garlands, filled the air with scents, making the city resplendent. He saw the royal city adorned with houses, their entrances shining with bright lamps and offerings, beautiful flags fluttering, golden pots on the roofs, and large silver pinnacles. Hearing that the vessel for quenching the eyes of men had arrived, the young women, their hair loosened in eagerness, their garments unfastened, immediately abandoned their household tasks and their husbands in bed, and went forth to see the king along the royal road. In that place, crowded with elephants, horses, chariots, and foot soldiers, the women, having seen Krishna with his wives from their homes, scattered flowers and, embracing him in their minds, offered a most gracious welcome with smiling glances. The women, seeing the wives of Mukunda on the road, spoke: “Like stars beside the moon, what is lacking for them? For with his eyes, the crown of men, his noble smile, and playful glances, he creates a festival of delight.” There, the citizens approached, bearing auspicious offerings, and the foremost among them, purified of sin, performed worship for Krishna in proper order. Mukunda, joyfully welcomed by the women of the inner chambers, their eyes blooming with affection and reverence, entered the royal palace. Pritha, seeing Krishna, her brother’s son and Lord of the three worlds, rose from her couch with a heart full of love and, together with her daughters-in-law, embraced him. Bringing Govinda, the Lord of gods, into his home with honor, the king, overwhelmed with joy, could not discern what duties remained in the worship. Krishna offered salutations to his paternal aunt, maternal aunt, and teachers; and he himself was greeted by Krishna, O king, and by his sister. Prompted by her mother-in-law, Krishna and all the wives of Krishna honored Rukmini, Satyā, Bhadrā, and Jāmbavatī. They also honored Kālindī, Mitravindā, Śaibyā, Nāgnajitī, and the virtuous others who had arrived, with garments, garlands, ornaments, and the like. King Yudhishthira comfortably accommodated Janardana, along with his army, attendants, and wives, renewing his hospitality again and again. Having satisfied Agni with the Khāṇḍava forest, together with Phālguna, and having freed Maya, by whom a divine assembly hall was built for the king, Krishna stayed for several months, wishing to please the king, roaming about in a chariot with Phālguna, surrounded by warriors. Thus ends the seventy-first chapter, entitled “Krishna’s Journey to Indraprastha,” in the tenth canto, second half, of the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, the great Purāṇa, the scripture of the supreme swan. Śuka continued: Once, in the midst of the assembly, surrounded by sages, brahmins, kshatriyas, vaishyas, and his brothers, Yudhishthira sat.