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Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 4.6.16

Sthāna· The universe in order

More Plants Add to the Hill’s Beauty

“There are other trees also which decorate the hill, such as the golden lotus flower, the cinnamon tree, mālatī, kubja, mallikā and mādhavī.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 4.6.16, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The description includes the golden lotus flower among the hill’s decorations.
  • The cinnamon tree and mālatī also decorate the hill.
  • Kubja, mallikā and mādhavī are further parts of this beautiful setting.

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