The Purana Index v2.c7.s5.125

v2.c7.s5.125

Akrūra’s expectation of Balarāma engaged in milking; Akrūra’s prostration before him; welcomed Akrūra in the proper way and fed him on choice preparations; followed Krsna to the Mathurā city where he was honoured by its womenfolk; saw Krsna’s exploits in the city and returned with him to the camp.⁴ Entered the wrestling arena with the tusk of Kuvalayāpīda; praised by the public of Mathurā; challenged Malla Mustika; fought according to the rules and killed his opponent as also Kūta another Malla; killed the eight brothers of Kamsa with his parigha; embraced Nanda going back to Vraja; his upanayana and other samskāras; gurukulavāsa; accompanied Krsna in his tour to bring back the dead son of his guru; defeated Paundraka; while once enjoying music and drink, at Raivataka hill, he killed Dvivida (s.v.) who offended him; returned with the blessings of the Gods.⁵