Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 11.21.4
Manvantara· The Manus and right dutyFind Joy in the Lord’s Loving Service
“I have revealed this way of life for those bearing the burden of mundane religious principles.”
What the purport teaches
- Countless religious rules become a great burden without Kṛṣṇa consciousness. Authorized scriptures come from the Lord Himself or His representatives.
- Loving service simplifies spiritual life and depends upon the Lord’s mercy. Chanting His holy names cleanses the heart and brings transcendental joy.
- A devotee remains humble and moral, dedicating ordinary dealings and religious activities to Kṛṣṇa. The Lord gives protection and maintenance, and the devotee gives everything to Him.
Try this today
Take a few quiet minutes to chant Hare Kṛṣṇa today, seeking the Lord’s pleasure and depending on His mercy.
Ask yourself
How can I seek the Lord’s pleasure rather than approach religion mainly to fulfill my own desires?
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.