Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.68.13
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesAn Improper Arrest Arouses Anger
“O King, when the Yādavas heard news of this from Śrī Nārada, they became angry. Urged on by King Ugrasena, they prepared for war against the Kurus.”
What the purport teaches
- Śrī Nārada immediately brought the Yadu dynasty news of Sāmba’s arrest and told them the whole story.
- The members of the dynasty became very angry because six warriors had improperly arrested Sāmba.
- With King Ugrasena’s permission and encouragement, they prepared to attack the Kuru capital.
Try this today
Before responding to troubling news today, take time to hear the whole account.
Ask yourself
How does knowing the circumstances of Sāmba’s arrest help you understand the Yādavas’ anger?
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.