Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.22.24
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesKṛṣṇa Knows the Devotee’s Intention
“The Supreme Lord understood the determination of the gopīs in executing their strict vow. The Lord also knew that the girls desired to touch His lotus feet, and thus Lord Dāmodara, Kṛṣṇa, spoke to them as follows.”
What the purport teaches
- The Supreme Lord understood the gopīs’ determination in carrying out their strict vow.
- He also knew their desire to touch His lotus feet. Their inner purpose was known to Him.
- Knowing their determination and desire, Lord Dāmodara, Kṛṣṇa, spoke to the girls.
Try this today
Before one devotional activity today, pause and clearly express your intention to Kṛṣṇa.
Ask yourself
What intention would I like Kṛṣṇa to see in my devotional efforts?
Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.
From Canto 10, chapter 14 onward, the translation and purports were completed by Śrīla Prabhupāda's disciples after his departure, and published by the Bhaktivedanta Book Trust.