Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.21.25
Manvantara· The Manus and right dutyBe Known for Good Qualities
“The Emperor Svāyambhuva Manu, the son of Lord Brahmā, who is well known for his righteous acts, has his seat in Brahmāvarta and rules over the earth with its seven oceans.”
What the purport teaches
- Svāyambhuva Manu, the son of Lord Brahmā, ruled the earth with its seven oceans from Brahmāvarta. He was celebrated for righteous acts.
- The purport gives different opinions about Brahmāvarta’s location. It also explains that places on earth can share names with places in higher planetary systems.
- Maṅgala describes excellence in religious performances, ruling power, cleanliness and other good qualities. Svāyambhuva Manu was celebrated for such qualities and opulences.
Try this today
Practice cleanliness today by tidying one area you use regularly.
Ask yourself
Which good quality mentioned here could I cultivate more carefully?
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.