Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.84.67-68
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesPutting Kṛṣṇa’s Happiness First
“Then, after Vasudeva, Ugrasena, Kṛṣṇa, Uddhava, Balarāma and others had fulfilled his desires and presented him with precious ornaments, fine linen and varieties of priceless household furnishings, Nanda Mahārāja accepted all these gifts and took his leave. Seen off by all the Yadus, he departed with his family members and the residents of Vraja.”
What the purport teaches
- Nanda deeply desired to bring Kṛṣṇa back to Vraja. Vasudeva and Ugrasena reassured him that they would send Kṛṣṇa there.
- Kṛṣṇa explained why He could not leave immediately and promised to return. He also promised Nanda and His beloved companions that He would appear before them when they closed their eyes wishing to see or serve Him.
- Convinced that his son’s happiness was of prime importance, Nanda accepted the precious gifts and departed with his family and the residents of Vraja.
Try this today
Spend a quiet minute remembering Nanda’s wish to serve Kṛṣṇa and offer your own wish to please Him.
Ask yourself
How can I give Kṛṣṇa’s happiness priority over my own immediate wishes?
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.