Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 4.24.57
Mukti· LiberationDevotee Association Brings True Satisfaction
“If one by chance associates with a devotee, even for a fraction of a moment, he no longer is subject to attraction by the results of karma or jñāna. What interest then can he have in the benedictions of the demigods, who are subject to the laws of birth and death?”
What the purport teaches
- Even a moment of association with a devotee surpasses heavenly happiness and merging into the Lord’s effulgence. Temporary material happiness holds no value for a devotee.
- A devotee wants to retain individuality in order to serve the Supreme Personality of Godhead. The results of karma and jñāna hold no attraction.
- Devotional service alone can fully satisfy the soul. The blessing of a pure devotee enables one to find this satisfaction and understand the Lord’s transcendental position.
Try this today
Spend a few minutes today hearing from a devotee about devotional service.
Ask yourself
Am I seeking temporary rewards, or the satisfaction of serving 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.