Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.12.43
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesHear With Humility and Gratitude
“O my lord, my spiritual master, although we are the lowest of kṣatriyas, we are glorified and benefited because we have the opportunity of always hearing from you the nectar of the pious activities of the Supreme Personality of Godhead.”
What the purport teaches
- The pious activities of the Supreme Personality of Godhead are very confidential. The opportunity to hear them is a sign of great fortune.
- Although Parīkṣit possessed the good qualities of a kṣatriya, he presented himself with submissiveness and humility as the lowest of the kṣatriyas.
- A disciple has the right to ask the guru about confidential service, and the guru has the duty to explain these matters. Humility does not prevent sincere inquiry.
Try this today
Before studying today, pause to appreciate the opportunity to hear about the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
Ask yourself
Do I value the opportunity to hear about Kṛṣṇa as a great blessing?
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.