Lord Krishna is considered to be one of the main Hindu God and the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Lord Krishna is worshipped by a large number of devotees all around the world. Lord Krishna is very pure ever and perfect in all situations, as a child, as a friend, as a true lover, as a teacher and as a guide. Only Lord Krishna was 16 Kala sampoorna god among all the incarnations of Lord Vishnu.
Even Lord Rama was only 14 Kala Sampoorna when he came on earth because Shri Rama had decided to hide two Kalas because Ravana got a boon in which he was promised that no god would kill him, so Rama intentionally hid his 2 Kalas and lived like a common man to fulfil the boon that a man would kill Ravana.
These are the 16 Kalas that Shri Krishna had.
- Daya – Compassion – He was compassionate towards each and every being. We can also impart this in our life by showing kindness and love towards everyone.
- Dhairya – Patience – Even in times of the biggest difficulties, Krishna was patient. This Kala is most needed in today’s world.
- Kshama – Forgiveness – He even forgave the hunter who became the reason for his departure from the earth. People must learn the art of forgiving.
- Nyaya – Justice – Krishna always said to get justice instead of revenge. He fought for justice, not for revenge. We should learn this outstanding quality from him.
- Nirapeksha – Impartiality – Krishna was so impartial that when Duryodhan asked for help, he even helped him by giving Narayani (Sena) Army, despite being the best friend of Arjun.
- Niraskata – Detachment – Whether it was getting a shraap from durvasa muni, or being separated from Mata Rukmini for 12 years or his beloved son being kidnapped or end of his clan, Lord Krishna is always detached from sorrow and joy.
- Tapasya – Meditation and Spiritual Powers – Krishna is called Yogeshwar. He meditated and did Tapasya.
- Aparchitta – Invincibility – Krishna always faced difficulties with calmness and courage.
- Danasheel – Bestower of all wealth in the world and nature – Lord Krishna bestowed three worlds to Sudama in return of a handful of rice.
- Saundaryamaya – Beauty Incarnate – Krishna is real beauty incarnate, also, character-wise he is beautiful but a normal human being can imbibe the beauty of character and receive real joy of life.
- Nrityajna – Best of Dancers – Krishna danced on the hood of Kaliya Naag (snake). When someone can dance in such a negative circumstance, one can enjoy every bit of life. Dance does not come from the body; it is the feature of the soul embodied through the heart and mind.
- Sangitajna – Best of Singers – His flute has attracted not only people but also the whole of nature.
- Neetiwadi – Embodiment of Honesty – Lord Krishna always remained honest.
- Satyawadi – Truth Itself – Krishna is the embodiment of truth itself, but who prevents us from becoming the same?
- Sarvagnata – Perfect master of all arts, such as poetry, drama, painting etc – Krishna is a master of all arts, but we can be the students of these art forms at any stage.
- Sarvaniyanta – Controller of All – Krishna is Sarvaniyanta, but we can start with becoming Swayamniyanta (Controller of self) by learning.
Some scriptures also name these as 16 Kalas.
1.Shri 2. Bhoo 3. Kirti 4. ila 5. Leela 6. Kanti 7. Vidya 8. Vimla 9. Utkarshini 10. Gyan 11. Kriya 12. Yoga 13. Prahavi 14. Satya 15. Isna 16. Anugrah
There are many things to learn from the Hindu Scriptures, and Mythology and these 16 Kalas are also a great example of which people can acquire good things.
