Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 8.9.1
Ūti· What drives us to actRivalry Breaks Friendly Relationships
“Śukadeva Gosvāmī said: Thereafter, the demons became inimical toward one another. Throwing and snatching the container of nectar, they gave up their friendly relationship. Meanwhile, they saw a very beautiful young woman coming forward toward them.”
What the purport teaches
- The demons became enemies of one another and gave up their friendly relationship.
- They threw and snatched the container of nectar instead of remaining united.
- While they were quarreling, they saw a very beautiful young woman approaching.
Try this today
In one shared task today, cooperate rather than compete for the best share.
Ask yourself
When has wanting something for myself weakened a friendly relationship?
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.