Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 10.90.44
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesThe Demigods Descend at Hari’s Command
“To subdue these demons, Lord Hari told the demigods to descend into the dynasty of Yadu. They comprised 101 clans, O King.”
What the purport teaches
- Lord Hari told the demigods to descend into the dynasty of Yadu.
- Their descent had a specific purpose: to subdue the demons.
- They comprised 101 clans.
Try this today
Before a small act of devotional service today, pause to remember the demigods acting at Lord Hari’s command.
Ask yourself
What does the demigods’ obedience teach me about serving the Lord’s purpose?
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.