Srimad Bhagavatam — Shashtha Skandha, Shloka 31
Viśvarūpa’s Death, Vṛtrāsura’s Manifestation, and the Devas’ Surrender to Nārāyaṇa
श्रीदेवा ऊचु: नमस्ते यज्ञवीर्याय वयसे उत ते नम: । नमस्ते ह्यस्तचक्राय नम: सुपुरुहूतये ॥ ३१ ॥
śrī-devā ūcuḥ namas te yajña-vīryāya vayase uta te namaḥ namas te hy asta-cakrāya namaḥ supuru-hūtaye
The demigods said: O Supreme Personality of Godhead, You are competent to give the results of sacrifice, and You are also the time factor that destroys all such results in due course. You are the one who releases the cakra to kill the demons. O Lord, who possess many varieties of names, we offer our respectful obeisances unto You.
FAQs
This verse shows the devas glorifying Vishnu as the “greatly invoked” Lord—indicating that in crises they rely on Him as the ultimate protector and refuge.
In the Vṛtrāsura narrative, the devas are threatened and seek divine guidance and protection; therefore they praise Vishnu’s supremacy and His readiness to respond to sincere calls.
When facing fear or uncertainty, cultivate steady devotion: acknowledge the Lord as the real source of strength and sincerely call upon Him rather than relying only on temporary supports.