Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 11.19.8
Mukti· LiberationSeek Knowledge That Leads to Devotion
“Śrī Uddhava said: O Lord of the universe! O form of the universe! Please explain to me that process of knowledge which automatically brings detachment and direct perception of the truth, which is transcendental, and which is traditional among great spiritual philosophers. This knowledge, sought by elevated personalities, describes loving devotional service unto Your Lordship.”
What the purport teaches
- Uddhava asks for transcendental knowledge that brings detachment and direct perception of truth. This knowledge is traditional among great spiritual philosophers.
- The knowledge he seeks describes loving devotional service to the Lord. It concerns eternal religious principles sought by elevated personalities.
- Great souls cross beyond the darkness of material existence. Cosmic consciousness or universal control does not distract them from loving service to the Lord.
Try this today
Before studying today, ask the Lord for understanding that strengthens loving devotional service rather than distracting you from it.
Ask yourself
Am I seeking knowledge to deepen loving service, or am I becoming distracted by secondary spiritual interests?
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.