*“Kailash”*
Bholenath, the divine resident of Kailash, is so compassionate that in joy He gives away everything without restraint. But if that same Lord Bholenath becomes angry, He brings about destruction. His Tandava fills the entire world with fear. That is why it is said: those who are calm—when anger rises in them, it is terrible indeed.
So far, we have read how Ravana lifted Mount Kailash, and how Mother Parvati was frightened by his act. Let us now read what happens next.
The moment Mount Kailash was lifted, Parvati said, “O Bholenath, now only You can stop Ravana.” Lord Shiva knew exactly how to stop him. He also knew how to shatter Ravana’s arrogance. Therefore, with just the toe of His foot, He pressed down Mount Kailash. Because of the Lord’s toe, Kailash was pushed back into its place, and as a result, both of Ravana’s hands were crushed beneath it. With his hands trapped, Ravana writhed in agony. The pain was so intense that Dashanan let out a terrifying scream. His cry was so loud that it felt as though the end of the world was about to arrive.
Lord Shiva only wished to remove his pride. Ravana’s screams echoed throughout the entire Kailash Himalaya. All the gods and goddesses were astonished to see his condition. Yet Ravana was such a great devotee of Shiva that he began thinking of how to appease the Lord. Ravana was not so weak that he would be defeated by this divine play. He knew that this too was the Lord’s leela. His devotion was immense.
…To be continued.
*Jai Vishva! Victory to Bholenath!*