Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.88.14
Ūti· What drives us to actVṛka Sought the Quickest Result
“The demon named Vṛka, a son of Śakuni’s, once met Nārada on the road. The wicked fellow asked him which of the three chief gods could be pleased most quickly.”
What the purport teaches
- The demon Vṛka, a son of Śakuni, met Nārada on the road.
- He asked which of the three chief gods could be pleased most quickly.
- The translation describes Vṛka as wicked. His question centers on obtaining a quick response, rather than on how to serve.
Try this today
Before worship today, take a moment to notice whether your attention is on service or quick results.
Ask yourself
When I approach worship, am I mainly thinking about how quickly I can get what I want?
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.