Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.2.24
Ūti· What drives us to actCultivate Kṛṣṇa Consciousness Favorably
“While sitting on his throne or in his sitting room, while lying on his bed, or, indeed, while situated anywhere, and while eating, sleeping or walking, Kaṁsa saw only his enemy, the Supreme Lord, Hṛṣīkeśa. In other words, by thinking of his all-pervading enemy, Kaṁsa became unfavorably Kṛṣṇa conscious.”
What the purport teaches
- Kaṁsa thought of the Supreme Lord while sitting, eating, sleeping and walking. Because he regarded Kṛṣṇa as his enemy, this constant absorption left him uncomfortable rather than happy.
- The finest devotional service is to cultivate Kṛṣṇa consciousness favorably. A devotee values this service above heavenly enjoyment or merging into the existence of Kṛṣṇa.
- A devotee's happiness comes from favorably serving the Supreme Personality of Godhead, not from a comfortable position. Even in great difficulty, a devotee can remain undisturbed.
Try this today
During a short walk today, remember Kṛṣṇa with the intention of pleasing Him rather than seeking something for yourself.
Ask yourself
Am I remembering Kṛṣṇa with a desire to serve Him favorably?
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.