Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 8.2.2-3
Sthāna· The universe in orderTrikūṭa Beautifies Every Direction
“The length and breadth of the mountain are of the same measurement [eighty thousand miles]. Its three principal peaks, which are made of iron, silver and gold, beautify all directions and the sky. The mountain also has other peaks, which are full of jewels and minerals and are decorated with nice trees, creepers and shrubs. The sounds of the waterfalls on the mountain create a pleasing vibration. In this way the mountain stands, increasing the beauty of all directions.”
What the purport teaches
- The mountain’s length and breadth are each eighty thousand miles. Its three principal peaks are made of iron, silver and gold.
- Other peaks are rich in jewels and minerals, with beautiful trees, creepers and shrubs.
- The waterfalls create pleasing sounds. In this way, the mountain increases the beauty of every direction.
Try this today
Spend one minute recalling the three principal peaks and the sound of the waterfalls.
Ask yourself
How do the sounds and sights together enrich this description?
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.