Stories from Jayadeva’s Gīta-govinda
Connected literary retellings from Jayadeva's Gīta-govinda about Radha and Krishna: the joy of spring, longing, conversations with the sakhi, and reunion.
Radha and Krishna's Song of Spring
In blossoming Vraja, Krishna's music gathers the gopis, while Radha confides her heart to a sakhi.
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Krishna Searches for Radha by the Yamuna
When Radha leaves, Krishna searches for Her and reflects on His own inattention.
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The Sakhi Carries the Message to Radha
The friend tells Krishna of Radha's sorrow, then carries His message back to Her.
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Radha Waits for Krishna in the Flower Bower
Radha longs to see Krishna but cannot find the strength to set out; the sakhi returns to Him to describe Her waiting.
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Radha, the Night, and the Moon over the Yamuna
The moon lights Vraja, but Krishna has not yet come; Radha's song reveals hope, doubt, and the strength of Her longing.
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Radha and Krishna: The Conversation at Dawn
After a night of waiting Krishna comes before Radha, but Her pain remains strong and their meeting becomes a heartfelt reproach.
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The Sakhi Reminds Radha of Madhava
After the painful conversation with Krishna, the sakhi speaks to Radha about Her longing and encourages Her to make room for Him again.
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Radha and Krishna Meet Again
After separation and the sakhi's messages, Radha and Krishna meet again in the garden.
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