Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.21.31
Mukti· LiberationShow Compassion Through Devotional Service
“Showing compassion to all living entities, you will attain self-realization. Giving assurance of safety to all, you will perceive your own self as well as all the universes in Me, and Myself in you.”
What the purport teaches
- Everything is a manifestation of the Supreme Lord’s energy and belongs to Him. Although nothing exists without Him, He retains His separate personal existence; everything should therefore be engaged in His service.
- A devotee is not satisfied to practice devotional service alone, but compassionately shares knowledge of it with others. Worship should be accompanied by sympathy for people and respect for devotees.
- Giving assurance of fearlessness is the greatest charity. Through Kṛṣṇa consciousness, a devotee becomes convinced of the Lord’s protection and helps others awaken their eternal relationship with Him.
Try this today
Share one teaching about devotional service with a willing friend or family member.
Ask yourself
How can my devotional practice include greater compassion for someone else?
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.