Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.86.20
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesReceiving Kṛṣṇa’s Affectionate Glance
“The men and women of Ānarta, Dhanva, Kuru-jāṅgala, Kaṅka, Matsya, Pañcāla, Kunti, Madhu, Kekaya, Kośala, Arṇa and many other kingdoms drank with their eyes the nectarean beauty of Lord Kṛṣṇa’s lotuslike face, which was graced with generous smiles and affectionate glances.”
What the purport teaches
- Men and women from many kingdoms beheld Lord Kṛṣṇa along His journey.
- They drank with their eyes the nectarean beauty of His lotuslike face.
- His face was graced with generous smiles and affectionate glances.
Try this today
Spend a minute reflecting on Kṛṣṇa’s lotuslike face, generous smiles and affectionate glances.
Ask yourself
How does this description of Kṛṣṇa’s affection shape my desire to turn toward Him?
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.