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Lakshmi devi agreed to go immediately

to Srinivasa
When she arrived, Srinivasa fell to the ground. He
pretended He was sick. Her heart became very soft,
but when she saw so many guests, she wondered,
“What’s happening? Why are all these guests here?”
Then the Lord lifted the curtain of Yogamaya (the
illusion that permits devotees to come very close to
the Supreme Lord in intimacy without any formality
of awe and reverence). Lakshmi became aware of
everything by remembering the past.

Lakshmi spoke to her Lord, “I know what’s happening.
You are fulfilling Your vow to marry Vedavati who
has appeared in this world as Padmavati!” The Lord
replied, “Yes.” Lakshmi rejoiced, “I am thrilled with
joy that you will do this. It is a source of profound
happiness for Me. In fact, I will personally perform the
ritual bathing ceremony to prepare You for marriage.”
She organized the holy bathing ceremony. Then the
Lord descended to the royal city Narayan puram,
where Aksharaj was awaiting His arrival to begin
the marriage. The ceremony and festivities lasted
for several weeks. Every one of the attendees were
thrilled with joy witnessing the heavenly opulence of

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