Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.70.47
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesReceive the Lord’s Request With Reverence
“[Śukadeva Gosvāmī continued:] Thus requested by his master, who, though omniscient, acted as if perplexed, Uddhava took this order upon his head and replied as follows.”
What the purport teaches
- Kṛṣṇa is all-knowing, although He acts as if perplexed. His request for advice does not mean that He lacks knowledge.
- Uddhava receives his master’s request as an order and takes it upon his head. His response shows deep respect for the Lord.
- After respectfully accepting the order, Uddhava replies. He uses his ability to speak in service to his master.
Try this today
Before one small act of devotional service today, pause and consciously approach it with respect for Kṛṣṇa.
Ask yourself
How can Uddhava’s reverence shape your attitude toward serving Kṛṣṇa?
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.