Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 11.3.26
Mukti· LiberationFaith and Self-Control Through Devotional Service
“One should have firm faith that he will achieve all success in life by following those scriptures that describe the glories of the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Bhagavān. At the same time, one should avoid blaspheming other scriptures. One should rigidly control his mind, speech and bodily activities, always speak the truth, and bring the mind and senses under full control.”
What the purport teaches
- Śraddhā is firm confidence that loving devotional service to Kṛṣṇa fulfills all subsidiary duties. By following scriptures that directly describe His service, one can achieve knowledge and the perfection of life.
- Have faith in scriptures that glorify the Supreme Personality of Godhead without blaspheming other Vedic literature. Even teachings about material arts and sciences are ultimately intended for the Lord’s service, though they do not define the devotee’s personal goal.
- Control of mind, speech and body means abandoning sinful activities, not stopping all activity. Speak truthfully and engage your thoughts, words and actions in Kṛṣṇa’s service.
Try this today
Read one passage glorifying Kṛṣṇa today, then use your own words to speak about His glories.
Ask yourself
How can I use my speech in Kṛṣṇa’s service rather than merely trying to remain silent?
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.