Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 2.3.12
Mukti· LiberationHearing About Hari Brings Lasting Satisfaction
“Transcendental knowledge in relation with the Supreme Lord Hari is knowledge resulting in the complete suspension of the waves and whirlpools of the material modes. Such knowledge is self-satisfying due to its being free from material attachment, and being transcendental it is approved by authorities. Who could fail to be attracted?”
What the purport teaches
- Bhakti-yoga, devotional service, is the only means of God realization. Transcendental bliss can be experienced even during practice under the guidance of a bona fide spiritual master.
- This path begins with hearing topics about the Personality of Godhead. Such hearing brings transcendental knowledge and detachment from mundane topics.
- Devotional service brings self-satisfaction beyond the agitation of the material modes. Even mundane activities become transcendental when connected with service for the Lord’s satisfaction.
Try this today
Set aside five minutes today to hear or read topics about Lord Hari with attention.
Ask yourself
How could I connect one of my ordinary interests with service to the Lord?
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.