Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.13.24
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesThe Lord’s Appearance Enlivens His Devotees
“The omnipotent Supreme Personality of Godhead enlivened Brahmā and the other highly elevated brāhmaṇas by again roaring with His uncommon voice, which echoed in all directions.”
What the purport teaches
- The omnipotent Supreme Personality of Godhead roared again, and His uncommon voice echoed in all directions.
- Brahmā and the enlightened brāhmaṇas were enlivened rather than frightened. Those who know the Lord rejoice in His appearance in any of His incarnations.
- The same tumultuous voice was an open threat to demons who might challenge the Lord’s omnipotency.
Try this today
Reread the translation and spend a quiet moment appreciating the joy of Brahmā and the brāhmaṇas.
Ask yourself
Why did the Lord’s powerful appearance bring joy rather than fear to those who knew Him?
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.