Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.23.9
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesDevotional Service Fulfills Spiritual Learning
“Upon hearing the speaking of her husband, who excelled in knowledge of all kinds of transcendental science, innocent Devahūti was very satisfied. Her smiling face shining with a slightly bashful glance, she spoke in a choked voice because of great humility and love.”
What the purport teaches
- The purport explains that someone rendering transcendental loving service to the Lord in Kṛṣṇa consciousness can be understood to have completed the recommended courses of austerity, religion, sacrifice, yoga and meditation.
- Devahūti trusted Kardama’s gifts because he was highly advanced in devotional service and expert in transcendental science. She had no doubt that he could offer them.
- Understanding that he offered the greatest gift, Devahūti became deeply satisfied. Humility and love overwhelmed her, and she spoke with a faltering voice.
Try this today
Set aside a few minutes today for one act of loving service to the Lord, with humility rather than a wish to display knowledge.
Ask yourself
Is my spiritual learning leading me toward humble, loving service to the Lord?
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.