Live the Bhāgavatam · SB 9.5.18
Īśānukathā· The Lord and His devoteesPatient Waiting and Humble Hospitality
“Expecting the return of Durvāsā Muni, the King had not taken his food. Therefore, when the sage returned, the King fell at his lotus feet, pleasing him in all respects, and fed him sumptuously.”
What the purport teaches
- The King had not eaten because he was waiting for Durvāsā Muni to return.
- When the sage returned, the King fell at his lotus feet and pleased him in all respects.
- The King then fed him sumptuously, expressing his care through generous hospitality.
Try this today
Offer someone food today with a respectful, welcoming attitude.
Ask yourself
How can I show greater patience and care when welcoming someone?
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.