Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 4.7.19
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesThe Lord's Radiance Surpasses All Others
“Lord Nārāyaṇa was seated on the shoulder of Stotra, or Garuḍa, who had big wings. As soon as the Lord appeared, all directions were illuminated, diminishing the luster of Brahmā and the others present.”
What the purport teaches
- Lord Nārāyaṇa appeared seated on the shoulder of Stotra, or Garuḍa.
- Garuḍa, who carried the Lord, had big wings.
- The Lord's appearance illuminated all directions. His radiance diminished the luster of Brahmā and the others present.
Try this today
Spend a quiet minute remembering Lord Nārāyaṇa on Garuḍa, illuminating every direction.
Ask yourself
What does the Lord's surpassing radiance invite you to appreciate about Him?
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.