Satrajit, a devoted king, approached the radiant Lord Bhaskara—the Sun God—whose brilliance illumines all the worlds. With reverence, Satrajit implored, “O Blessed One, you who shine upon all, please grant me that wondrous jewel by which you are adorned and resplendent.” Hearing his prayer, Bhaskara graciously bestowed upon Satrajit the Syamantaka jewel. The king, delighted, fastened the divine gem upon himself and returned to his city. As he entered, the people were astonished by his dazzling appearance and exclaimed in wonder, “The Sun himself is walking among us!” Amazed and honored, Satrajit entered not only his city but also his private chambers. In time, Satrajit lovingly gave the Syamantaka jewel to his excellent brother, Prasena. This jewel was no ordinary gem—it brought prosperity wherever it went. In the houses of the Vrishnis and Andhakas, it produced gold daily. Rain fell in due season, and the people lived free from disease and fear. Govinda, the Lord Krishna, wished to obtain the Syamantaka jewel from Prasena. Yet, though he was fully capable, Krishna did not take it by force nor seize it unjustly. One day, Prasena, proudly adorned with the Syamantaka, ventured into the forest to hunt. There, drawn by the jewel’s radiance, a lion attacked and killed him. Not long after, the mighty king of bears, Jāmbavat, spotted the lion fleeing with the jewel. Jāmbavat slew the lion, claimed the Syamantaka, and carried it into his cave. When Prasena did not return, suspicion and rumors spread among the Vrishnis and Andhakas. Many began to accuse Krishna of murdering Prasena for the sake of the jewel. Though innocent, Krishna was deeply pained by these accusations. Resolving to clear his name, he vowed, “I will recover the Syamantaka jewel.” With determination, he set out into the forest, accompanied by trusted and diligent companions, retracing Prasena’s path. Their search led them through the bear-filled mountains and the mighty Vindhya range. Weary but resolute, Krishna pressed on. They found no sign of Prasena or the jewel at first, but soon discovered Prasena’s body, his horse slain nearby. Not far from the scene lay a dead lion, and bear tracks were clearly visible. Following these tracks, Krishna was led to the cave of Jāmbavat. At the cave’s entrance, Krishna heard a gentle voice—a woman, nursing Jāmbavat’s son, was soothing the child as she played with the Syamantaka jewel. She sang, “Do not cry, dear one. The lion killed Prasena, and Jāmbavat slew the lion. This Syamantaka jewel is yours, gentle child; do not weep.” Hearing this, Krishna swiftly entered the cave. He stationed his companions, including Baladeva, at the entrance, then proceeded inside. There, he encountered the mighty Jāmbavat himself. Krishna and Jāmbavat engaged in a fierce battle, with Krishna relying on his own strength alone. For twenty-one days, the struggle continued within the darkness of the cave. Meanwhile, outside, Baladeva and the others, believing Krishna to have perished, returned to Dvārakā and sorrowfully reported his death. But within the cave, Krishna triumphed. Having subdued Jāmbavat, Krishna was honored by the bear king, who offered him his esteemed daughter, Jāmbavatī, in marriage. Jāmbavat also returned the Syamantaka jewel to Krishna, recognizing his righteousness and valor. Krishna, having purified himself and appeased Jāmbavat, departed the cave. He returned to Dvārakā with his companions, bearing both the jewel and the blessings of Jāmbavat. In the great assembly of the Sātvatas, Krishna presented the Syamantaka jewel to Satrajit, thus clearing his name from the false accusation of fratricide. With his honor restored and the jewel recovered, Satrajit’s fortune flourished. He had ten wives, and from them were born a hundred sons. Among these sons, three were especially renowned: Bhagankāra, the eldest, Vīra, Vātapati, and Vasumedhas. He also had three daughters, famed across the land—Satyabhāmā being the foremost, a woman devoted and steadfast in her vows. In due course, Satyabhāmā was given in marriage to Krishna, and among Satrajit’s descendants were Bhangkakari and Naveya, both distinguished men. Two sons were born, virtuous and renowned for their beauty: one was the son of Madri, and the other, Yudhajit, son of Vrishni. Vrishni himself had two sons, Svaphalka and Citraka. Svaphalka married Gandini, the daughter of the king of Kashi, a king famed for his generosity in gifting cows. From this union was born the illustrious Akrura, a man of great strength, wisdom, and hospitality, as well as Upamadgu, Madgu, Mudara, and Arimardana. Other sons included Arikshepa, Upeksha, Shatruha, Arimejaya, Dharmabhrit, Dharma, Gridhrabhoja, and Andhaka. Avaha and Prativaha were also born, as well as Sundari, an excellent woman, and Vasundhara, the queen of Vishrutashva. All were endowed with beauty and youth, enchanting to all beings. Akrura, delight of the lineage, had two sons by Ugrasena: Vasudeva and Upadeva, both radiant as gods. Citraka’s sons were Prithu and Viprithu. Ashvagriva, Ashvabahu, Suparshvakagaveshana, Arishtanemi, Dharma, and Dharmabhrit were also among the noble descendants. Subahu and Bahubahu, Shravistha, and Shravanā were their daughters. And so it is declared: whoever repeats the false accusation against Krishna—that he slew Prasena for the Syamantaka—should know that such slander never truly touches the Lord at any time.