Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.84.46
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesCelebrate Worship Through Music and Praise
“Mṛdaṅgas, paṭahas, conchshells, bherīs, ānakas and other instruments resounded, male and female dancers danced, and sūtas and māgadhas recited glorifications. Sweet-voiced Gandharvīs sang, accompanied by their husbands.”
What the purport teaches
- Mṛdaṅgas, paṭahas, conchshells, bherīs, ānakas and other instruments resound during the celebration.
- Male and female dancers dance, while sūtas and māgadhas recite glorifications.
- Sweet-voiced Gandharvīs sing with their husbands. Music, dance and spoken praise all contribute to the celebration.
Try this today
Spend a few minutes today singing devotional praise with care and attention.
Ask yourself
How can I participate more attentively in devotional singing or praise?
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.