Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.22.33
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesMake Home a Place of Kṛṣṇa Consciousness
“Emperor Svāyambhuva Manu enjoyed life with his wife and subjects and fulfilled his desires without being disturbed by unwanted principles contrary to the process of religion. Celestial musicians and their wives sang in chorus about the pure reputation of the Emperor, and early in the morning, every day, he used to listen to the pastimes of the Supreme Personality of Godhead with a loving heart.”
What the purport teaches
- Human society is meant for perfection in Kṛṣṇa consciousness. Living with a wife and children is not restricted, but life should follow religious principles.
- Svāyambhuva Manu heard the pastimes of the Supreme Personality of Godhead with a loving heart every morning. His family life was peaceful and prosperous in a Kṛṣṇa conscious atmosphere.
- Hearing Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, chanting Hare Kṛṣṇa and worshiping the Lord fill household life with remembrance of Him. Through these practices, one can attain perfection in Kṛṣṇa consciousness.
Try this today
Before going to bed today, spend five minutes hearing or reading about the Lord’s pastimes.
Ask yourself
How could hearing or chanting about the Lord become a regular part of my home life?
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.