Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 4.23.33
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesRespectful Hearing Benefits Everyone
“It does not matter whether one is a man or woman. Anyone who, with great respect, hears this narration of Mahārāja Pṛthu will become the parent of many children if without children, and will become the richest if without money.”
What the purport teaches
- Whether a man or a woman, anyone who respectfully hears Pṛthu’s narration can receive its blessings. The verse promises children to the childless and wealth to those without money.
- Those who are materially afflicted can benefit by hearing about the Supreme Lord and His devotees without approaching demigods. The purport advises reading and understanding Pṛthu’s life and activities at least three times.
- The promised children are not merely numerous but well qualified. The purport describes them as endowed with education, wealth, beauty and strength.
Try this today
Begin a respectful reading of Pṛthu’s life today, noting where to continue toward three readings.
Ask yourself
Can I bring my needs to hearing about the Lord and His devotees with genuine respect?
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.