Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 6.9.55
Poṣaṇa· The Lord's protectionDevotional Service Is Never Hindered
“When Vṛtrāsura is killed because of My spiritual strength, you will regain your strength, weapons and wealth. Thus there will be all good fortune for all of you. Although Vṛtrāsura can destroy all the three worlds, do not fear that he will harm you. He is also a devotee and will never be envious of you.”
What the purport teaches
- A devotee of the Lord is never envious of anyone, especially other devotees. Although Vṛtrāsura could destroy the three worlds, he would seek to benefit the demigods.
- The body and all material possessions will be destroyed in time, so a devotee uses them for a better cause. Because Lord Viṣṇu wanted to save the demigods, Vṛtrāsura would agree to be killed by them.
- A devotee engages in devotional service both in this life and in the spiritual world after leaving the body. Living or dying does not hinder that service.
Try this today
Use a little of your time or possessions today to help someone, offering that act as service to the Lord.
Ask yourself
How can I replace envy with a sincere wish to benefit someone?
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.