Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 9.21.14
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesKindness Acts Without Hesitation
“Having spoken thus, King Rantideva, although on the verge of death because of thirst, gave his own portion of water to the caṇḍāla without hesitation, for the King was naturally very kind and sober.”
What the purport teaches
- King Rantideva was on the verge of death because of thirst.
- Even in that condition, he gave his own portion of water to the caṇḍāla without hesitation.
- His action expressed his naturally kind and sober character.
Try this today
Respond promptly to one small need today, such as bringing someone drinking water.
Ask yourself
When I see someone in need, what makes me hesitate to help?
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.