As Arishta looked around for Lord Krishna, He came and stood a little away from him. Arishta, glared at Lord Krishna. “So, You have shown Yourself at last,” taunted the evil demon, “I am so powerful that I have killed not only calves but also mighty sages. Do You think You are a match for me?” Lord Krishna smiled calmly as He saw the bull-shaped demon ready to attack. Just then, Lord Krishna clapped His hands. Hearing this, the bull-demon became angry and ran with horns lowered towards Lord Krishna. As the bull-demon neared Him, Lord Krishna tore one of his horns and slashed Arishta with it. Then, Lord Krishna hit Arishta with a deathly blow. The bull-demon lay dead at Lord Krishna’s feet. The people of Vrindavan cheered loudly when they saw this. Their joy knew no bounds as they worshipped and praised Lord Krishna.
Lord Krishna Slays Arishta
