Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 1.9.27
Manvantara· The Manus and right dutyReturn Our Energy to the Lord
“He then explained, by divisions, acts of charity, the pragmatic activities of a king and activities for salvation. Then he described the duties of women and devotees, both briefly and extensively.”
What the purport teaches
- The world belongs to the Supreme Lord, the Personality of Godhead; no one can claim to own anything independently. Charity for His service is one of the householder’s main duties.
- Our energy comes from the Lord and should return to Him through transcendental loving service. Offering our activities to Him purifies our energy and prepares us for our natural life of service.
- A king’s duty includes protecting the helpless and guiding people toward liberation. Human energy is meant for self-realization, not merely for fulfilling animal propensities.
Try this today
Set aside a small amount of money or a few minutes of your energy specifically for the Lord’s service today.
Ask yourself
How could I use something entrusted to me in the Lord’s service?
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.