Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.8.43
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesYoga-māyā Deepens Devotional Affection
“Mother Yaśodā, by the grace of the Lord, could understand the real truth. But then again, the supreme master, by the influence of the internal potency, Yoga-māyā, inspired her to become absorbed in intense maternal affection for her son.”
What the purport teaches
- By the Lord’s grace, mother Yaśodā understood the truth. Then the supreme master’s internal potency, Yoga-māyā, absorbed her again in intense maternal affection.
- She thought that unless she cared for Kṛṣṇa, He could not be protected. Overwhelmed by this affection, she forgot her philosophical speculations.
- Materialistic persons are captivated by Mahā-māyā, whereas devotees are captivated by Yoga-māyā, the spiritual energy. Mother Yaśodā’s forgetfulness was inspired by this spiritual potency.
Try this today
Spend a minute reflecting on mother Yaśodā’s desire to care for Kṛṣṇa as an expression of affection inspired by Yoga-māyā.
Ask yourself
How does the distinction between Mahā-māyā and Yoga-māyā help you understand mother Yaśodā’s affection?
Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.
The study points, practice and question are short summaries drawn from Śrīla Prabhupāda's translation and purport. Read the full purport to go deeper.