Visvamitra coming out of the Tataka forest said "Pre-eminent among the devatas and lord of the three worlds Visnu as a pious ascetic had once lived here immersed in yogic practices and penance for many hundred yugas.This holy hermitage formerly belonged to Vamana who was also an incarnation of lord Narayana who had also attained perfection. From then on, this place where Kasyapa also became a Siddha, was known as Siddhashrama.
At the same period of time, when Visnu was observing austerities, emperor Bali, son of Virochana, had vanquished Indra, the Maruths and devas. Renowned for his valor and generosity, had established his sovereignty throughout the three worlds. While he was performing a yagna to retain that supremacy the gods led by Agni assembled here in this hermitage and told Visnu of Bali's yagna. They said that they must achieve their purpose before he completed the Yagna as he was giving away virtually every thing he had, however much it may be to any one who came to him, asking for a gift. Transform yourself into Vamana a dwarf and accomplish the auspicious mission "Said the gods.
While the devatas were pleading with Visnu, Kasyapa arrived effulgent like the fire his brilliance enhanced by virtue of his association with Aditi, having ended his rigorous penance lasting a thousand divine years said,"Oh lord! You are the divinity to be worshiped with penance. Your nature is penance and you are an embodiment of pure knowledge. Your divine form is visible to me only through the powers of my penance and in you I see the entire universe. To you, who have neither beginning nor end, who are all pervading and beyond description, I prostrate". Pleased, Visnu said, "Kasyapa may you prosper. You are worthy of a boon, do ask for one", and Kasyapa said, " O Lord ! I beg you to grant a boon to my wife Aditi, to the devas and to me. May you be born as our son and as brother to Indra, for the deliverance of the tormented devatas". Kasyapa further implored, "Lord of devas! With my penance bearing fruit and with your blessings, may this hermitage be renowned as Siddhashrama and may you reincarnate in this place."
The lord heeding to Kasyapa's wishes incarnated through Aditi as Vamana the dwarf and set out to the land of Bali. Visnu ever thegiver and never the receiver in the form of Vamana desired of Bali three feet of land. It was granted.The two feet measured by the feet of the lord took up the entire surface of the earth, the dome of the sky and the depths of the world.Restraining Bali with his divine powers he put his foot on Bali's head.Visnu then returned all the three worlds intoIndra's care".
In this hermitage which removes the fatigue of worldly life which had once belonged to Vamana I now reside by virtue of my immense devotion and reverence to him.The wicked demons are even now advancing towards the hermitage to hinder and obstruct my yagna. You have to slay these mean rakshasas right here and now, let us go now to that sacred hermitage, which is as much yours, as it is mine.
Upon entering the hermitage they were greeted by those dwelling in the hermitage. Rushingout to worship Visvamitra,Rama and Lakshmana.they saidwith reverence "May glory be yours, Kausika! Begin your austerities this very day. May this Siddhashrama, prosper by the powers of your yagna and gain great fame".
Assured by Rama and Lakshmana, sage Visvamitra commenced preparations for the yagna, with a serene mind.
At the same period of time, when Visnu was observing austerities, emperor Bali, son of Virochana, had vanquished Indra, the Maruths and devas. Renowned for his valor and generosity, had established his sovereignty throughout the three worlds. While he was performing a yagna to retain that supremacy the gods led by Agni assembled here in this hermitage and told Visnu of Bali's yagna. They said that they must achieve their purpose before he completed the Yagna as he was giving away virtually every thing he had, however much it may be to any one who came to him, asking for a gift. Transform yourself into Vamana a dwarf and accomplish the auspicious mission "Said the gods.
While the devatas were pleading with Visnu, Kasyapa arrived effulgent like the fire his brilliance enhanced by virtue of his association with Aditi, having ended his rigorous penance lasting a thousand divine years said,"Oh lord! You are the divinity to be worshiped with penance. Your nature is penance and you are an embodiment of pure knowledge. Your divine form is visible to me only through the powers of my penance and in you I see the entire universe. To you, who have neither beginning nor end, who are all pervading and beyond description, I prostrate". Pleased, Visnu said, "Kasyapa may you prosper. You are worthy of a boon, do ask for one", and Kasyapa said, " O Lord ! I beg you to grant a boon to my wife Aditi, to the devas and to me. May you be born as our son and as brother to Indra, for the deliverance of the tormented devatas". Kasyapa further implored, "Lord of devas! With my penance bearing fruit and with your blessings, may this hermitage be renowned as Siddhashrama and may you reincarnate in this place."
The lord heeding to Kasyapa's wishes incarnated through Aditi as Vamana the dwarf and set out to the land of Bali. Visnu ever thegiver and never the receiver in the form of Vamana desired of Bali three feet of land. It was granted.The two feet measured by the feet of the lord took up the entire surface of the earth, the dome of the sky and the depths of the world.Restraining Bali with his divine powers he put his foot on Bali's head.Visnu then returned all the three worlds intoIndra's care".
In this hermitage which removes the fatigue of worldly life which had once belonged to Vamana I now reside by virtue of my immense devotion and reverence to him.The wicked demons are even now advancing towards the hermitage to hinder and obstruct my yagna. You have to slay these mean rakshasas right here and now, let us go now to that sacred hermitage, which is as much yours, as it is mine.
Upon entering the hermitage they were greeted by those dwelling in the hermitage. Rushingout to worship Visvamitra,Rama and Lakshmana.they saidwith reverence "May glory be yours, Kausika! Begin your austerities this very day. May this Siddhashrama, prosper by the powers of your yagna and gain great fame".
Assured by Rama and Lakshmana, sage Visvamitra commenced preparations for the yagna, with a serene mind.