Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.14.30
Ūti· What drives us to actStrong Desire Can Overpower Good Counsel
“Maitreya said: Diti was thus informed by her husband, but she was pressed by Cupid for sexual satisfaction. She caught hold of the clothing of the great brāhmaṇa sage, just like a shameless public prostitute.”
What the purport teaches
- Although her husband had informed her, Diti remained pressed by sexual desire. She caught hold of the great brāhmaṇa sage’s clothing without restraint.
- The purport distinguishes scripturally regulated married life from sexual conduct driven solely by a strong urge.
- Even the enlightened sage Kaśyapa became overwhelmed in this situation. The purport emphasizes the strong force of material energy.
Try this today
When a strong urge arises today, pause and recall one relevant instruction before choosing how to act.
Ask yourself
When desire becomes strong, do I still listen to sound guidance?
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.