Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.84.28
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesApproach the Sages With Humility
“Seeing that they were about to leave, the renowned Vasudeva approached the sages. After bowing down to them and touching their feet, he spoke to them with carefully chosen words.”
What the purport teaches
- Vasudeva noticed that the sages were about to leave and approached them.
- Although renowned, he bowed down and touched their feet.
- He then spoke with carefully chosen words, joining respectful action with thoughtful speech.
Try this today
Before asking someone for guidance today, pause and choose respectful words.
Ask yourself
Does my way of asking for guidance show humility and care?
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.