Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.38.43
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesTrue and Pleasing Words Refresh Others
“Honored by Nanda Mahārāja with these true and pleasing words of inquiry, Akrūra forgot the fatigue of his journey.”
What the purport teaches
- Nanda Mahārāja honored Akrūra through his words of inquiry.
- His words were both true and pleasing, expressing sincere concern for Akrūra.
- Receiving this welcome, Akrūra forgot the fatigue of his journey.
Try this today
Speak a sincere, kind inquiry to a tired person today, giving them time to answer.
Ask yourself
How can your words be both truthful and comforting to someone who is tired?
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.