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Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 11.13.42

Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devotees

The Sages Worship and Glorify the Lord

“The greatest of sages, headed by Sanaka Ṛṣi, thus perfectly worshiped and glorified Me, and as Lord Brahmā looked on, I returned to My own abode.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 11.13.42, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The greatest of sages, headed by Sanaka Ṛṣi, perfectly worshiped the Lord.
  • They also perfectly glorified Him, expressing their devotion through praise.
  • After receiving their worship and glorification, the Lord returned to His own abode as Lord Brahmā looked on.

Try this today

Set aside one quiet minute today to offer the Lord a prayer of praise with your full attention.

Ask yourself

What small act of worship can you offer the Lord with care today?

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.

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