Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 1.8.19
Āśraya· The supreme shelterKnowing Kṛṣṇa Beyond Limited Senses
“Being beyond the range of limited sense perception, You are the eternally irreproachable factor covered by the curtain of deluding energy. You are invisible to the foolish observer, exactly as an actor dressed as a player is not recognized.”
What the purport teaches
- Like an actor unrecognized in costume, Kṛṣṇa remains unseen by the foolish observer behind the curtain of deluding energy. Mistaking Him for an ordinary person prevents recognition of His authority.
- Kṛṣṇa is adhokṣaja, beyond the range of experimental knowledge and imperfect senses. His superhuman activities and the testimony of spiritual authorities establish Him as the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
- Places of worship help people recognize the Lord’s authority and hear about Him from authorities. Bowing before Him is beneficial, while advanced devotees meditate upon Him through active service.
Try this today
Read one point from this purport aloud, then offer a respectful bow to the Lord.
Ask yourself
Am I willing to learn about Kṛṣṇa beyond what my senses alone can establish?
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.