Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 2.1.12 · one of the 108 chosen verses
Mukti· LiberationOne Conscious Moment Has Lasting Value
“What is the value of a prolonged life which is wasted, inexperienced by years in this world? Better a moment of full consciousness, because that gives one a start in searching after his supreme interest.”
What the purport teaches
- Better a moment of full consciousness than hundreds of years without understanding life’s supreme interest. Human life is meant for spiritual success, eternal knowledge and bliss.
- The easiest procedure for attaining spiritual success is to chant the holy name of the Lord. Lord Kṛṣṇa is supreme, everyone else is subordinate, and no other name should be considered equal to His holy name.
- One should use life to glorify the Lord without offense. This includes not belittling His devotees and not using the holy name’s power as an excuse for sinful activities.
Try this today
Spend one attentive minute chanting the holy name of the Lord, valuing this opportunity to glorify Him.
Ask yourself
How much of my day goes toward spiritual success rather than passing enjoyment?
Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.
The study points, practice and question are short summaries drawn from Śrīla Prabhupāda's translation and purport. Read the full purport to go deeper.