Shloka 32
नायमर्हत्यसद्वृत्तो नरदेववरासनम् । योऽधियज्ञपतिं विष्णुं विनिन्दत्यनपत्रप: ॥ ३२ ॥
nāyam arhaty asad-vṛtto naradeva-varāsanam yo ’dhiyajña-patiṁ viṣṇuṁ vinindaty anapatrapaḥ
The saintly sages continued: This impious, impudent man does not deserve to sit on the throne at all. He is so shameless that he even dared insult the Supreme Personality of Godhead, Lord Viṣṇu.
One should not at any time tolerate blasphemy and insults against Lord Viṣṇu or His devotees. A devotee is generally very humble and meek, and he is reluctant to pick a quarrel with anyone. Nor does he envy anyone. However, a pure devotee immediately becomes fiery with anger when he sees that Lord Viṣṇu or His devotee is insulted. This is the duty of a devotee. Although a devotee maintains an attitude of meekness and gentleness, it is a great fault on his part if he remains silent when the Lord or His devotee is blasphemed.
FAQs
This verse condemns blasphemy of Viṣṇu as shameless and disqualifying; one who criticizes the Lord of sacrifice is unfit for honorable leadership and invites grave spiritual and social consequences.
Because Vena’s conduct was irreligious and he openly criticized Lord Viṣṇu, the supreme beneficiary of yajña; the sages judged that such a person cannot protect dharma or guide society.
Avoid mocking sacred practices, refrain from criticizing sincere devotees and the Lord, and cultivate respectful speech—especially regarding worship, scripture, and those engaged in spiritual life.