Srimad Bhagavatam — Chaturtha Skandha, Shloka 6
Indra’s Envy at Pṛthu’s Aśvamedha and Brahmā’s Intervention
False Renunciation Exposed
कपिलो नारदो दत्तो योगेशा: सनकादय: । तमन्वीयुर्भागवता ये च तत्सेवनोत्सुका: ॥ ६ ॥
kapilo nārado datto yogeśāḥ sanakādayaḥ tam anvīyur bhāgavatā ye ca tat-sevanotsukāḥ
Great devotees, who were always engaged in the service of the Supreme Personality of Godhead, as well as the great sages named Kapila, Nārada and Dattātreya, and masters of mystic powers, headed by Sanaka Kumāra, all attended the great sacrifice with Lord Viṣṇu.
FAQs
Because Pṛthu is portrayed as an exalted devotee-king, and liberated sages gladly associate with and serve such a Vaiṣṇava, celebrating his devotion and righteous rule.
It means “eager to serve him”—describing devotees who are enthusiastic to render service to the Lord’s dear devotee (here, King Pṛthu).
Seek the company of sincere devotees and cultivate a service attitude—honoring saintly persons and serving in practical ways—because devotion grows through humble association and service.