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How do Vaishnavars, through Bhakti, wisdom and the realisation of the self leading to detachment and indifference to sensual enjoyment (vairagya), overcome the ignorance created by Maya?
Srimad Bhagavatam, Mahatmyam, Chapter One Sloka 9: Bhaktourkha...
Translation: I shall tell you the secret of what multiplies Bhakti at all times and create love for Sri Krishna. Listen carefully.
Interpretation: Shri Suthan further stokes the inquisitiveness of Shounaka and rishis...
As all the sages, munis and others assembled (at Haridwar), Sage Narada and Sanat Kumaras walked in to deliver talk on the importance of Srimad Bhagavatam.
The Bhagavad Gita, a revered scripture in Hinduism, carries a timeless message that transcends the boundaries of time and space. In Chapter 4, Verse 7 and 8, Lord Krishna imparts profound wisdom to Arjuna, revealing the divine purpose of his incarnations throughout the ages. Let us delve...
Srimad Bhagavatam, Mahatmyam, Chapter One Sloka 19: Menire.
Translation: The Munis realised that Srimad Bhagavatham is the embodiment of the Supreme on the earth. Those who listen or read this sacred book will attain Vaikunta Prapti (will be liberated from the cycle of birth...
Srimad Bhagavatam, Mahatmyam, Chapter One Sloka 20: Sapthaha sravane..
Sanaka munis once told Sage Narada that Srimad Bhagavatam is the ideal book that has the answer to all troubles and turmoil of the soul.
Who are Sanaka Munis?
Srimad Bhagavatam, Mahatmyam, Chapter One Sloka 17: Ragnyomoksham.
Translation: Brahma was surprised how a King (Parikshit) destined to die of serpent bite could get moksha. In Brahmaloka, he immediately ordered for a weighing scale and put all the elements of moksha on one pan...
Srimad Bhagavatam, Mahatmyam, Chapter One Sloka 43:
Naradaouvacha. Narada said: Hey Devi, who are you? Who are these two men? Who are the beautiful people around you? Tell me in detail the reasons for your sorrow.Interpretation: Narada Muni, who is always quick in recognising people,...
Though Narada Muni received the knowledge of Srimad Bhagavatham from his father Brahma, it was the Sanaka Munis who advised Narada on the procedure for saptaha (narration of Srimad Bhagavatham in seven days) and the fruits (divine benefits) thereof.
The learned Sanath Kumaras continue to tell Sage Narada the following: By mere listening to Srimad Bhagavatam, Bhakti, Gyana (wisdom) and Vairagya (detachment) would gain strength. Gyana and Vairagya would be able to stay without getting weak. Bhakti will be extremely contended. That is the power of the Holy Text.
