Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 4.8.39
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesCompassion Responds With Helpful Guidance
“The sage Maitreya continued: The great personality Nārada Muni, upon hearing the words of Dhruva Mahārāja, became very compassionate toward him, and in order to show him his causeless mercy, he gave him the following expert advice.”
What the purport teaches
- After hearing Dhruva Mahārāja's words, Nārada Muni became compassionate toward him.
- As the foremost spiritual master, Nārada seeks to bestow the greatest benefit upon everyone he meets.
- Although Dhruva's demand was that of a playful child, Nārada did not withhold his mercy. He offered expert advice for the boy's welfare.
Try this today
Listen patiently to one person's concern today before offering any advice.
Ask yourself
Can I respond compassionately when someone's wishes seem immature?
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.