Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 1.12.20
Manvantara· The Manus and right dutyTrue Power Gives Shelter
“This child will be a munificent donor of charity and protector of the surrendered, like the famous King Śibi of the Uśīnara country. And he will expand the name and fame of his family like Bharata, the son of Mahārāja Duṣyanta.”
What the purport teaches
- A king becomes famous through charity, sacrifices and protection of those who seek shelter. Parīkṣit would be generous and protective like Śibi, and bring fame to his family like Bharata.
- Factual power means the ability to protect in a righteous cause. As the Lord’s representative, a king must protect those who surrender to him, even at personal risk.
- The Lord asks living beings to surrender unto Him and promises protection. Because He is all-powerful and true to His word, He never fails to protect His devotees.
Try this today
Give one small gift of money, food or practical help to someone in need today.
Ask yourself
Do I use what strength and resources I have to help those who seek my support?
Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.
The study points, practice and question are short summaries drawn from Śrīla Prabhupāda's translation and purport. Read the full purport to go deeper.