Vishnu then impregnated the belly of the goddess Devaki with two strands of hair, one black, one white.
To ensure their safety, their essence was transferred before birth to Rohini, who also desired a child.
At birth, Krishna had a darker complexion, while Balarama was born fair.
The other name of Balarama is also Sankarshana, meaning a spirit transferred between two wombs.
'Devakya Jathare Garbham Shesakhyam
Dham Mamakam,
Tata Sanni Krushya Rohinya Udare
Sanniveshaya'
Bhagavat [10-3-(8-10)]![]()
