Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 6.12.5
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesPraise Turns to Lamentation
“The denizens of various planets, like the demigods, demons, Cāraṇas and Siddhas, praised Vṛtrāsura’s deed, but when they observed that Indra was in great danger, they lamented, “Alas! Alas!””
What the purport teaches
- Demigods, demons, Cāraṇas and Siddhas witnessed Vṛtrāsura’s deed.
- The observers praised what Vṛtrāsura had accomplished.
- When they saw Indra in great danger, they lamented, crying, “Alas! Alas!”
Try this today
When hearing about someone’s success today, pause to consider anyone affected by it.
Ask yourself
Can I notice another person’s danger even while admiring an impressive accomplishment?
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.