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56 VISHNU SAHASRANAMA
166. The slayer of the valiant (Vīrahā). (741 and 927)
Asuras, in order to protect righteousness.
Vya. He slays those who proclaim false doctrines.
167. The Lord of knowledge (Mādhavah).
The Harivaṁśa says : “ O Hari ! thou art the Lord
(Dhava) of Mā or Knowledge ; hence thou art named
‘ Mādhavā ’ the Master of ‘ Mā ’. ”
Vya. There is a saying (Bh. G., 7-17) “ I am beloved
indeed of the wise.”
Ka : Mādhavā ; Mā, meditation ; dha, introspection ;
and va, uniting.
168. The honey (Madhuh).
Causing great happiness like honey.
169. Transcending all senses (Atīndriyah).
As he is not sound, etc., that are the objects of senses.
The Śruti (Kath. Up., 3-15) says : “ He is soundless,
untouched.”
170. The great illusionist (Mahāmāyah).
As he subjects even the greatest illusionist to illusion.
Lord (Bh. Gītā, 7-14) says : “ My Māyā is very difficult to
be crossed.”
Vya. “ I am veiled by the Yoga Māyā.”
(Bh. G., 7-25.)
171. Of great diligence (Mahotsāhah).
Because creation, preservation and destruction of the
Universe are carried on by his being ever ready for
the same.
172. Of great strength (Mahābalah).
Being stronger than the strongest. (Slo. 31)
Vya. He never feels tired “ as he is self-established
in his own glory ”. (Chchā. Up., 7-24.)