Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 4.30.46
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesRestore Peace Through Sound Reasoning
“After seeing that all the trees on the surface of the earth were being turned to ashes, Lord Brahmā immediately came to the sons of King Barhiṣmān and pacified them with words of logic.”
What the purport teaches
- Seeing the trees being reduced to ashes, Lord Brahmā immediately came to the sons of King Barhiṣmān. He pacified them with words of logic.
- Lord Brahmā is responsible for the universe and acts when uncommon disturbances arise. His responsibility includes maintaining peace and harmony.
- The purport applies this principle to any establishment: a responsible person stays alert to preserve peace. Good reasoning can help pacify a disturbed situation.
Try this today
In one disagreement today, offer a calm, reasoned response rather than adding to the agitation.
Ask yourself
Where could I help preserve peace by listening carefully and speaking reasonably?
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.