Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.72.12
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesJoyfully Act on the Supreme Lord’s Words
“Śukadeva Gosvāmī said: Upon hearing these words sung by the Supreme Lord, King Yudhiṣṭhira became joyful, and his face blossomed like a lotus. Thus he sent forth his brothers, who were empowered with Lord Viṣṇu’s potency, to conquer all directions.”
What the purport teaches
- Hearing the Supreme Lord’s words made King Yudhiṣṭhira joyful. His face blossomed like a lotus.
- Yudhiṣṭhira then sent his brothers to conquer all directions.
- His brothers were empowered with Lord Viṣṇu’s potency. Their mission was supported by the Lord’s strength.
Try this today
Read this translation aloud, then begin one small act of devotional service with a joyful intention.
Ask yourself
How can hearing the Supreme Lord’s words help me serve with greater joy?
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.