Srimad Bhagavatam — Chaturtha Skandha, Shloka 60
Dhruva’s Darśana, Transformative Prayers, and the Boon of the Dhruva-loka
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महामणिव्रातमये स तस्मिन्भवनोत्तमे । लालितो नितरां पित्रा न्यवसद्दिवि देववत् ॥ ६० ॥
mahāmaṇi-vrātamaye sa tasmin bhavanottame lālito nitarāṁ pitrā nyavasad divi devavat
Dhruva Mahārāja thereafter lived in his father’s palace, which had walls bedecked with highly valuable jewels. His affectionate father took particular care of him, and he dwelled in that house just as the demigods live in their palaces in the higher planetary systems.
FAQs
This verse says Dhruva lived in a magnificent jewel-adorned palace and was lovingly cared for by his father, enjoying comforts like a resident of heaven.
After Dhruva’s spiritual greatness became evident, Uttanapada’s heart softened and he deeply cherished his son, honoring him and caring for him intimately.
Even while living amid comfort, one can remain grounded in devotion—receiving care and prosperity without losing spiritual focus or gratitude.