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Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.53.32

Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devotees

Welcoming Kṛṣṇa and Balarāma With Offerings

“The King, upon hearing that Kṛṣṇa and Balarāma had come and were eager to witness his daughter’s wedding, went forth with abundant offerings to greet Them as music resounded.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 10.53.32, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The King heard that Kṛṣṇa and Balarāma had arrived and were eager to witness his daughter’s wedding.
  • He went forth to greet Them rather than remaining where he was.
  • He brought abundant offerings, and music resounded as he welcomed Them.

Try this today

Set aside a few minutes today to honor Kṛṣṇa and Balarāma with a devotional song.

Ask yourself

What does the King’s welcome show about making an effort to honor the Lord?

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.

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