Srimad Bhagavatam — Saptama Skandha, Shloka 47
Prahlāda Rejects Demonic Diplomacy and Proclaims Navadhā Bhakti
अप्रमेयानुभावोऽयमकुतश्चिद्भयोऽमर: । नूनमेतद्विरोधेन मृत्युर्मे भविता न वा ॥ ४७ ॥
aprameyānubhāvo ’yam akutaścid-bhayo ’maraḥ nūnam etad-virodhena mṛtyur me bhavitā na vā
Je peux voir que la force de ce garçon est illimitée, car il n'a craint aucune de mes punitions. Il semble immortel. Par conséquent, à cause de mon inimitié envers lui, je mourrai.
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In this verse, Hiraṇyakaśipu observes that Prahlāda is “akutaścid-bhayaḥ”—fearless from any quarter—showing the Bhagavatam’s theme that devotion to the Lord makes one spiritually fearless.
After seeing Prahlāda’s unwavering devotion and unusual steadiness despite punishments, Hiraṇyakaśipu recognizes the boy’s extraordinary, immeasurable potency and suspects that opposing him may bring about his own death.
The verse highlights that inner spiritual strength and fearlessness arise from sincere devotion and integrity—encouraging one to remain steady in faith and values even amid hostility or pressure.