Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 3.31.47
Mukti· LiberationReal Renunciation Means Serving the Lord
“Therefore, one should not view death with horror, nor have recourse to defining the body as soul, nor give way to exaggeration in enjoying the bodily necessities of life. Realizing the true nature of the living entity, one should move about in the world free from attachment and steadfast in purpose.”
What the purport teaches
- Rather than becoming overwhelmed by birth and death, seek a remedy through association with liberated persons. One sincerely engaged in uninterrupted devotional service is situated in liberation.
- Real renunciation means giving up the false claim to ownership and control. Everything belongs to the Supreme Personality of Godhead and can be used in His service.
- Do not unnecessarily increase bodily necessities or reject things useful for the Lord's service. Be satisfied with what Kṛṣṇa supplies and spend time in devotional service.
Try this today
Use one thing you already have for devotional service today, without acquiring anything new.
Ask yourself
What possession could I use in the Lord's service instead of treating it as mine to enjoy?
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.