Srimad Bhagavatam — Tritiya Skandha, Shloka 29
Kardama Muni’s Mystic Opulence, Devahūti’s Rejuvenation, and the Turning Toward Fearlessness
भूषणानि परार्ध्यानि वरीयांसि द्युमन्ति च । अन्नं सर्वगुणोपेतं पानं चैवामृतासवम् ॥ २९ ॥
bhūṣaṇāni parārdhyāni varīyāṁsi dyumanti ca annaṁ sarva-guṇopetaṁ pānaṁ caivāmṛtāsavam
Kemudian mereka menghiasinya dengan perhiasan yang sangat indah dan mahal, berkilau terang; lalu mempersembahkan makanan yang lengkap segala kebaikannya serta minuman manis memabukkan yang disebut āsavam.
Āsavam is an Āyur-vedic medical preparation; it is not a liquor. It is especially made from drugs and is meant to improve metabolism for the healthy condition of the body.
FAQs
This verse describes priceless ornaments, excellent food, and nectar-like drink, showing that opulence can appear in a sanctified way within the Bhagavatam’s narratives—especially when connected to dharma and devotion.
In the context of Kardama Muni and Devahūti’s marriage narrative, Śukadeva highlights the extraordinary, almost celestial arrangements and comforts associated with their life, emphasizing the remarkable nature of the episode.
The takeaway is to value excellence without attachment—using comfort and resources responsibly, in gratitude, and in service to dharma and bhakti rather than as the goal of life.