Stories from Kṛṣṇāhnika-kaumudī
Poetic scenes with Radha, Krishna, the sakhis, and Their attendants from Kavi Karṇapūra's work. Retold from the original Sanskrit in the edition of Haridas Das, with precise prakāśa and verse references.
Radha, Sandalwood Fragrance, and the “Dry Bamboo”
The sakhis hint at Krishna's nearness through fragrance and sound. Radha answers with wit, but His flute and smiling appearance transform their play on words.
EnglishLeer
Who Owns the Forest of Vrindavan?
A playful dispute about the forest ends in Krishna’s offer of service. He then adorns the gopis with flowers and tender leaves shaped against an opening in His flute.
EnglishLeer
The Parrots and the Moonbeams in Krishna’s Chamber
After Yashoda's caring visit, a small mistake by the sleepy female parrots fills Krishna's chamber with laughter. The moonbeams through the lattice seem to them like jeweled perches.
EnglishLeer
Krishna Fans the Weary Gopis
Vrinda welcomes Radha and the sakhis into the nighttime garden. As They rest from Their journey, Krishna comes close and fans Them with His own garment.
EnglishLeerWe add new stories and sources here from time to time.
Original retellings based on the named works; each story links to its source.