Laddu Gopal Ki Seva: How appropriate to take Laddu Gopal along with the journey? Know the secret of rules, scriptures and devotion

Laddu Gopal, that is, the child form of Lord Krishna, is not only an idol for the devotees but a lively form of God. Bathing, feeding, sleeping and cradling them is a symbol of devotion and vatsalya of devotees. Worshiping Laddu Gopal keeps happiness, peace, wealth and prosperity in the house.

Service of God’s child form: Importance of Laddu Gopal

Is it appropriate to take Laddu Gopal along in the journey?

According to the scriptures, there is no direct prohibition on this subject, but through some rules and traditions we definitely get direction:

1. Installed idol versus worship statue

• Stable deity: The sculptures in which the life is presented unnecessarily is prohibited in the scriptures.

• Worship statue: The small idol kept for the general worship of Laddu Gopal, which does not have the life prestige, can take them on a journey with them.

2. Emotional dedication and devotion

• Devotees consider Laddu Gopal as their baby and the sense of keeping them together is inspired by selfless love.

• The tradition of saints like Meera Bai confirms this feeling.

Rules and precautions to keep Laddu Gopal together in the journey

If you take Laddu Gopal on a journey with you, then take care of these things:

• Maintain purity:
  Keep the idol away from unclean places, wrap it in clean clothes.

• Keep continuity in daily service:
  Bathing, enjoyment and attention are not broken even in the journey.

• Take care of safety:
  The idol is delicate, make special arrangements to prevent fall or protect against being damaged.

View of the scriptures: Importance of Bhava

It is said in Srimad Bhagwat – “Bhavagrahanino Janardanah”That is, God gives the most importance to the spirit of the devotee. If devotion is uninterrupted, then the rules themselves become secondary.

Communal traditions and examples

• There is a tradition of carrying Laddu Gopal with Vallabh sect, Nimbark and Gaudiya Vaishnav tradition.

• Devotees also arrange separate bags, beds, clothes and food for Thakurji in travel.

Emotional experience of a devotee

“Laddu Gopal is not just a statue of worship, he is the most beloved member of my house. When I go somewhere, they cannot leave them alone. Their enjoyment, his service – all of them are as important for me as a child care.”

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