Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 11.7.24
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesIntelligence Leads Toward the Supreme Lord
“In this regard, sages cite a historical narration concerning the conversation between the greatly powerful King Yadu and an avadhūta.”
What the purport teaches
- Sages cite an ancient historical conversation between the powerful King Yadu and an avadhūta.
- Lord Kṛṣṇa tells this account to show Uddhava how rational intelligence can be used in bhakti-yoga to acquire Vedic knowledge.
- Ultimately, an intelligent person comes to the lotus feet of the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
Try this today
Before studying the conversation, set the intention to use what you learn in devotional service.
Ask yourself
Am I using my understanding to move toward the Supreme Lord?
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.