Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 4.16.9
Poṣaṇa· The Lord's protectionAffection Helps Others Live Peacefully
“This King, Pṛthu Mahārāja, by virtue of his affectionate glances and beautiful moonlike face, which is always smiling with great affection for the citizens, will enhance everyone’s peaceful life.”
What the purport teaches
- Pṛthu would look upon his citizens with affection. His care would be visible in his glances.
- His beautiful face is described as moonlike and always smiling with great affection for the citizens.
- Through this affectionate presence, Pṛthu would enhance everyone’s peaceful life.
Try this today
Greet someone today with a gentle smile and sincere affection.
Ask yourself
Does my expression help others feel welcomed and peaceful?
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.