Samudra Manthan and the stories related to it always attract everyone. Information about Samudra Manthan is available from ancient times. Actually, due to the curse of Maharishi Durvasa, heaven had become devoid of wealth, glory and opulence. In this critical situation, all the gods of heaven became worried and they went to Lord Vishnu in search of a solution. Lord Vishnu suggested a solution. His opinion was that the gods should churn the ocean along with the demons. Amrit will emerge from this, which all the gods will consume and become immortal again. With the help of demons, Vasuki Naga and Mandar Parvat, the Gods churned the ocean. This resulted in 14 gems. A lot can be learned in life from all the 14 gemstones.
The important secrets of 14 gemstones are-
1. Kalkoot Poison Gemstone
This gem was the first to emerge during the churning of the ocean and it was accepted by Lord Shiva. The secret of this gem is that when the mind is churned, the worst thoughts emerge first. We should never allow evil to enter our minds. Rather they should be abandoned.2. Kamdhenu Gemstone
The sage kept this gem with himself. Its secret is that when bad thoughts are removed from the mind, then our mind becomes pure like Kamdhenu.3. Uchchaishrava Horse Gemstone
It is said that this horse moved according to the speed of the mind. King Bali had kept this gem with him. The secret of this gem is that whenever the mind wanders, it becomes equipped with evils.4. Airavata Elephant Gemstone
Lord Indra kept this gem with himself. Its secret is that only when the mind is away from evils will the intellect become pure. Will shine like light.
5. Kaustubh Gemstone
Lord Vishnu wore this gem on his heart. Its secret is that when bad thoughts are removed from our mind and our intellect becomes pure, then devotion begins in our mind.6. Kalpavriksha Gemstone
This gem was planted in heaven by the gods. This tree is also considered a wish fulfilling tree. The secret of this gemstone is that during the time of devotion or churning of the mind, one should keep all one's desires away.7. Apsara-Rambha Gemstone
This gem remained with the deity. It is synonymous with lust and selfishness. Its secret is that we should not be greedy during devotion.8. Goddess Lakshmi Gemstone
Gods, sages and demons all wanted to keep this gem with them. But Lakshmi ji accepted to stay with Lord Vishnu. Which means wealth goes to those who know how to work.9. Varuni Devi Gemstone
Varuni means wine. This was accepted by the demons. Its secret is that the addict is suppressed by evil.10. Moon Gemstone
Lord Shankar wore it on his head. Its essence is that when our mind is free from all evil, then we feel at peace.11. Parijat Tree Gemstone
It was accepted by all the gods, because on touching it, fatigue used to go away. Its secret is that when there is peace in the mind, then the fatigue of the body also goes away.12. Panchajanya Shankh Gemstone
Lord Vishnu kept it with himself. Its secret is that after getting rid of fatigue, the mind gets engrossed in devotion.13. Lord Dhanvantari and 14. Amrit Kalash Gemstone
Actually in the end Lord Dhanvantari appeared as the 13th gem. He had Amrit Kalash in his hand as the 14th gem. Lord Dhanvantari made all the deities consume nectar and got rid of the curse. Its secret is that when we get engrossed in devotion by removing the evils, then it is decided to get the blessings of God.