Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.22.39
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesHear About Worthy Character
“I have spoken to you of the wonderful character of Svāyambhuva Manu, the original king, whose reputation is worthy of description. Please hear as I speak of the flourishing of his daughter Devahūti.”
What the purport teaches
- Svāyambhuva Manu is described as the original king. His wonderful character has been the subject of the narration.
- His reputation is worthy of description. The verse closes this account by honoring his character.
- The listener is now invited to hear about the flourishing of Manu’s daughter Devahūti. The narration turns from the father to his daughter.
Try this today
Reread the verse slowly, giving special attention to the invitation to hear about Devahūti.
Ask yourself
What do I appreciate about the character of Svāyambhuva Manu described here?
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.