The Story of Balarama
Timeless wisdom for modern lifeBalarama, the elder brother of Krishna, is an incarnation of Shesha and the god of strength and agriculture, wielding a plough.
Balarama is the elder brother of Krishna and, by many traditions, an avatar of the serpent Shesha. Immensely strong and fair-skinned, he carries the plough as his weapon — the farmer's tool turned divine.
A teacher of the mace to both Bhima and Duryodhana, Balarama represents strength, agriculture and steadfast loyalty. A child named Balarama carries power, dependability and a deep bond with family.
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The Namebala ("strength") + Rama: "Rama of strength"
Also Known AsBalarama (Rama of immense strength), Balabhadra (Auspiciously strong), Haladhara (Bearer of the plough)
FamilyChild of Vasudeva and Devaki (raised by Rohini)
TraditionBalarama belongs to the Avatars of Vishnu of Indian tradition.
Legends behind the names
Why Sankarshana?Balarama is called SankarshanaBefore birth, Balarama's embryo was transferred from Devaki's womb to Rohini's womb, so he became Sankarshana (one who was drawn away).