Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 2.8.6
Mukti· LiberationFind Lasting Shelter at Kṛṣṇa’s Feet
“A pure devotee of the Lord whose heart has once been cleansed by the process of devotional service never relinquishes the lotus feet of Lord Kṛṣṇa, for they fully satisfy him, as a traveler is satisfied at home after a troubled journey.”
What the purport teaches
- A pure devotee whose heart is cleansed never gives up the lotus feet of Lord Kṛṣṇa. Their shelter fully satisfies him, like returning home after a troubled journey.
- Devotees may meet difficulties in serving and preaching, yet they remain steady. They experience transcendental pleasure because the Lord is satisfied, without seeking their own interest.
- Pure devotees take the spiritual master’s order as the sustenance of life. Their affectionate relationship with the Lord keeps them undeterred in service.
Try this today
Complete one small devotional duty today despite an inconvenience, keeping the Lord’s satisfaction in mind.
Ask yourself
When service becomes difficult, can I focus on the Lord’s satisfaction rather than my own comfort?
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.