Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.49.15
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesConsolation through Caring Remembrance
“Both Akrūra, who shared Queen Kuntī’s distress and happiness, and the illustrious Vidura consoled the Queen by reminding her of the extraordinary way her sons had taken birth.”
What the purport teaches
- Akrūra shared Queen Kuntī’s distress and happiness. Together with Vidura, he offered her consolation.
- They reminded her that her sons were born of heavenly gods. They could not be vanquished like ordinary mortals.
- An extraordinary victory awaited this most pious family. Akrūra and Vidura recalled this basis for hope.
Try this today
Listen to someone’s concern and gently remind them of one genuine reason for hope.
Ask yourself
How can I offer consolation grounded in something true and encouraging?
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.