As soon as Lord Krishna was born, Vasudeva became alert. With the blessing of the Lord, the prison chains fettering Vasudeva fell open. The prison gates opened on their own. The prison guards fell asleep. “There is not a moment to be lost. You must set out for Gokul with our son, Lord Krishna,” pleaded Devaki to her husband. “You are right. I shall leave for Gokul immediately with Him. Evil Kansa should not come to know of the birth of Lord Vishnu, for he will surely destroy our eighth child. I must leave at once,” said Vasudeva. “Be careful. May Lord Vishnu guide you safely to Gokul!” said Devaki. “Do not doubt Lord Vishnu’s blessings. He shall be with us at every step on the way,” said Vasudeva. Then he placed Lord Krishna safely in a basket and quickly moved out of the prison cell. He headed with resolve to Gokul.
Lord Vishnu Performs a Miracle
