Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 7.10.56
Poṣaṇa· The Lord's protectionSeeking Shelter With Humility
“Thereafter, when the demons had begun to destroy the higher planetary systems, the rulers of those planets went to Lord Śiva, fully surrendered unto him and said: Dear Lord, we demigods living in the three worlds are about to be vanquished. We are your followers. Kindly save us.”
What the purport teaches
- When the demons began destroying the higher planetary systems, the rulers of those planets approached Lord Śiva.
- They fully surrendered unto him and identified themselves as his followers.
- Facing destruction, they plainly expressed their need: “Kindly save us.”
Try this today
In one difficulty today, set aside pride and make a clear, humble request for help.
Ask yourself
What makes it difficult for you to admit that you need help?
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.