Classic Hindu poetry, literature, art and mythology are suffused with the brilliance of Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Vishnu. Unlike previous avatars, Krishna's widespread appeal lies in his ability to bridge the gap between mortal and divine. His innocent childhood pranks make for delightful storytelling, even as they are layered with multiple meanings. Krishna as divine lover inspired the medieval Sanskrit poem Gita Govinda by Jayadeva. Filled with inspiring imagery, this work is about Krishna's relationship with his lover Radha, their passion a metaphor for the individual soul's longing for union with the divine.