Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 5.24.12
Sthāna· The universe in orderGems Illuminate the Subterranean Planets
“Many great serpents reside there with gems on their hoods, and the effulgence of these gems dissipates the darkness in all directions.”
What the purport teaches
- Many great serpents reside in these subterranean planets.
- These serpents carry gems on their hoods.
- The effulgence of the gems drives away darkness in all directions.
Try this today
Take a moment to recall the verse's description of radiant gems dispelling darkness.
Ask yourself
What stands out to you about the source of light described here?
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.