Why is Lord Krishna called ranchhod?

The Supreme Lord is known by His pastimes or divine Leelas. He defeated Jarasandha many times but Jarasandha won’t back off. Hence Lord Krishna left the battlefield during the fight and that’s why the name “Ranchod”.

Why is Krishna called Chaliya?

Because he used to playfully deceive his devotees, who were playing the role of his friends and cowherd maidens of Brij, as part of his beautiful Leela (pastimes). People fondly call him Chhaliya, out of pure love and pleasure.

Why did Krishna run from Kalyavan?

Kālayavana attacked Mathurā with an army of 3 million yavanas. Sri Krishna realizing that the yavanas have greatly outnumbered all the yādavas decided to challenge Kālayavana for a duel. Sri Krishna strategically fled the battlefield.

What is the meaning of Krishna?

The name “Krishna” originates from the Sanskrit word Kṛṣṇa, which is primarily an adjective meaning “black”, “dark”, “dark blue” or “the all attractive”. The waning moon is called Krishna Paksha, relating to the adjective meaning “darkening”. The name is also interpreted sometimes as “all-attractive”.

Is sumedh name of Lord Krishna?

Ask about Sumedh: It is another name of Lord Krishna which means Madhur Ras Pankari.

What is the meaning of Lord Krishna’s name Ranchod?

Lord Krishna is said to have several names each gained from his different Leelas. One such name that he has been given is ‘Ranchod’ which is derived from two different words namely ‘Ran’ which means war and ‘chod’ which means to leave. Hence the meaning of Ranchod is the one who ran away from the battlefield.

Why did Jarasandha call Krishna a coward?

An enraged Jarasandha put the city to destruction and called Krishna a coward – Ranchod – a man who had run away for battle. Krishna, though appeared unfazed by the new name. He knew that it would be better of one sacrificed his name and fame for the good of people.

How did Jarasandha become Ranchod?

One such story is the how Jarasandha the king of Magadha got killed by the cleverness of lord Krishna which gave him the name of Ranchod. King Brihadratha of Magadha was married to the twin daughters of the King of Kashi.

Who is Lord Krishna and what are his characteristics?

Lord Krishna is considered one of the 12 incarnations of Lord Vishnu. He is famous for his sporty behaviour, pranks, philosophy, justice, graceful dance, love and warrior skills. He is also known for his leelas which are mostly with the milkmaids of Vraj.