Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 8.15.34
Ūti· What drives us to actConquest Alone Did Not Secure Bali’s Position
“The brāhmaṇa descendants of Bhṛgu, being very pleased with their disciple, who had conquered the entire universe, now engaged him in performing one hundred aśvamedha sacrifices.”
What the purport teaches
- The brāhmaṇa descendants of Bhṛgu were very pleased with their disciple, who had conquered the entire universe. They engaged him in performing one hundred aśvamedha sacrifices.
- Indra had become King of heaven because of such great sacrifices. The brāhmaṇas understood that Bali Mahārāja could not remain on Indra’s throne unless he performed such sacrifices.
- They therefore advised Bali Mahārāja to perform at least as many aśvamedha-yajñas as Indra. The word ayājayan indicates that all the brāhmaṇas induced him to perform them.
Try this today
Recall one helpful instruction you have received, and take one small step to follow it today.
Ask yourself
How willing am I to receive guidance even after achieving success?
Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.
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