Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 8.9.23
Ūti· What drives us to actSweet Words Pacified the Demons
“The demons had developed affection for Mohinī-mūrti and a kind of faith in Her, and they were afraid of disturbing their relationship. Therefore they showed respect and honor to Her words and did not say anything that might disturb their friendship with Her.”
What the purport teaches
- The demons developed affection and faith in Mohinī-mūrti. They feared disturbing their friendship with Her.
- Although the demigods were served first, the demons were pacified merely by Her sweet words.
- The Lord praised the demons as heroes who could wait. Captivated by Her friendly words, they said nothing that might displease Her.
Try this today
Today, notice one moment when pleasing words influence your judgment, and pause to examine why.
Ask yourself
How does the desire to preserve someone’s affection influence what I accept or leave unsaid?
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.