Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 6.8.1-2
Poṣaṇa· The Lord's protectionInquiring About Nārāyaṇa’s Protective Armor
“King Parīkṣit inquired from Śukadeva Gosvāmī: My lord, kindly explain the Viṣṇu mantra armor that protected King Indra and enabled him to conquer his enemies, along with their carriers, and enjoy the opulence of the three worlds. Please explain to me that Nārāyaṇa armor, by which King Indra achieved success in battle, conquering the enemies who were endeavoring to kill him.”
What the purport teaches
- King Parīkṣit asks Śukadeva Gosvāmī to explain the Viṣṇu mantra armor that protected King Indra.
- With this protection, Indra conquered his enemies and their carriers and enjoyed the opulence of the three worlds.
- Parīkṣit wants to hear how the Nārāyaṇa armor brought Indra success against enemies who were trying to kill him.
Try this today
Read Parīkṣit’s request aloud, then write one sincere question you have about the Nārāyaṇa armor.
Ask yourself
What would you like to understand about the protection offered by the Nārāyaṇa armor?
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.