Vasavi Maata

Vasavi Maata Story Continues...

In the conference, there was difference of opinion. The Chiefs of 102 Gotras thought that ‘Those who are born must die'. Moreover, cowards die many times before their death. Their valiant never tastes of death but once. Hence, even the opponent is stronger, let us fight for the good cause. Cannot the spark burn a heap of straw? This was their firm decision. Whereas, Contrary to this the persons of 612 gotras urged that the matrimonial alliance would be safer and beneficial.

                Later on Bhaskaracharya told  "we must safeguard our respect even at the cost of our lives". These words acted like a Catalyst on Kusumasresti. Even though they framed minority he stood firm not to give his daughter Vasavi in marriage to the king. With this incident, the unity among Vysyas was broken. Emperor like an injured Cobra took the lead of his huge army with strong determination to destroy his opponents.  In Penugonda also necessary arrangements were made with supporters of 102 Gotras and the people to face consequence.

Vasavi Devi's Reaction: -

 Vasavi, now entered into scene and told "Why there should be bloodshed among ourselves for the sake of a Girl? It does not look nice to sacrifice the lives of soldiers for our selfish desire. It is better to give up the idea of war. Instead, let us rebel in a novel way. We can control war through non-violence and self-sacrifice. Only people with strong will power and moral strength can participate in this kind of self- sacrifice,. The stream of Vasavi's new thought was delightful directions to Kusuma couple, and they decided to act in accordance with directions of Vasavi..

Atma Balidhana:-

On the banks of Godavari, the holy place Brahmakunda as per the directions of Vasavi, the royal servants arranged 103 Agnikundas ( fire pits) in a special way. The whole city was observing that day as a festival day. Then Vasavi asked the couples of 102 Gotras as "will you plunge into this holy fire along with me?' everyone of them whole heatedly gave their consent. There was strong faith in the minds of those persons that Vasavi must an incarnation of God. They requested her to show them her real nature or Swarupa.

                 She smiled and revealed her true self, which had the glittering radiance surpassing the brightness of sun. She told, " I am the incarnation of Adiparashakthi."  To safeguard the dignity of woman and to protect Dharma, to destroy Vishnu Vardhana and to reveal to the world the magnanimity of Vysyas I come here in Kaliyuga. Like Satideva who was insulted entered into holy fire, I too plunge into the holy fire and enter the other world. Kusumasresty during last birth was a great Saint by name Samadhi as per his aspirations he could attain salvation along with the people of 102 Gotras. That is why I asked you all to undergo Atmabalidhana." Vasavi advised the gathering about patriotism, honesty, social service, tolerance etc.,

Vishnu Vardhana's Death: -

Devi disappeared as soon as the divine words came out of her mouth and people saw her in human form. Then all of them entered into holy fire after meditating upon their Gods.

                      Though Vishnuvardana felt bad Omens, he marched ahead and reached the main entrance of Penugonda. Then his detectives reported what all had happened in the city. He could not bare the great shock and his heart shattered into pieces. He fell down vomiting blood and he was no more.

                    The self-sacrifice of Vasavi and the end of Vishnu vardana was the talk of the town. People condemned the deeds of Vishnu Vardana and appreciated the epoch maker Vasavi and her non-violent principle.

Sri Vasavi Devi's Legacy :-

Virupaksha Visted many Pilgrim centers like Kasi, Gaya and other places, under the guidance of Baskaracharya. To commemorate the pilgrimage they installed 102 lingas for each gotra in Penugonda King Raja Raja Narendra, S/o.Vishnuvardhan installed a statue of Vasavi Matha as a token of respect in the Nagareshwan Temple. 

From that day and even today all Vaisyas are performing poojas to her and she is considered as Vaisyakula Devatha – Vasavi Kanyaka Parameshwari. Vasavi Devi became immortal as she has been mainly responsible for the propagation of reputation of Vaisyas throughout the world.