Shloka 19
Jaḍa Bharata’s Birth, Feigned Madness, and Protection by Goddess Kālī
एवमेव खलु महदभिचारातिक्रम: कार्त्स्न्येनात्मने फलति ॥ १९ ॥
evam eva khalu mahad-abhicārāti-kramaḥ kārtsnyenātmane phalati.
Wahrlich, wer ein Vergehen gegen eine große Persönlichkeit begeht, wird durch seine eigenen Taten vollständig vernichtet.
FAQs
This verse states that a serious transgression against a great soul inevitably returns fully to the offender, producing its results upon oneself.
Because the Bhagavatam repeatedly teaches that spiritual life depends on honoring saints; offenses to them create powerful karmic reactions and obstruct devotion.
Cultivate humility, avoid criticism of sincere devotees, seek forgiveness quickly when mistakes occur, and practice respectful speech and conduct toward saintly persons.