Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 2.6.7
Poṣaṇa· The Lord's protectionTake Shelter of the Lord’s Lotus Feet
“Thus the forward steps of the Lord are the shelter for the upper, lower and heavenly planets, as well as for all that we need. His lotus feet serve as protection from all kinds of fear.”
What the purport teaches
- The Lord’s forward steps shelter the upper, lower and heavenly planets, along with everything we need. His lotus feet protect from all kinds of fear.
- Absolute dependence on the Lord’s lotus feet is called pure devotional service. This shelter is needed wherever we may be.
- The demigods themselves depend on the Lord’s mercy. Even the all-pervading Supersoul depends on the supreme aspect of Bhagavān, the Personality of Godhead.
Try this today
Offer a brief prayer placing one present fear at the Lord’s lotus feet.
Ask yourself
What fear or need could you bring to the Lord with greater trust in His shelter?
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.