Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 8.9.7
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesRemembering Kinship Amid Conflict
“All of us, both demons and demigods, have been born of the same father, Kaśyapa, and thus we are related as brothers. But now we are exhibiting our personal prowess in dissension. Therefore we request You to settle our dispute and divide the nectar equally among us.”
What the purport teaches
- The demons said that both demons and demigods were sons of Kaśyapa and therefore brothers.
- They admitted that they were displaying their personal prowess through dissension.
- They requested that the nectar be divided equally and their dispute settled.
Try this today
In one decision involving a shared resource today, suggest a fair division.
Ask yourself
When I disagree with someone, do I seek fairness or a chance to display my strength?
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.