Srimad Bhagavatam — Ashtama Skandha, Shloka 30
The Appearance of Vāmanadeva and His Arrival at Bali’s Sacrifice
अद्य न: पितरस्तृप्ता अद्य न: पावितं कुलम् । अद्य स्विष्ट: क्रतुरयं यद् भवानागतो गृहान् ॥ ३० ॥
adya naḥ pitaras tṛptā adya naḥ pāvitaṁ kulam adya sviṣṭaḥ kratur ayaṁ yad bhavān āgato gṛhān
おお、わが主よ。あなたが親切にも私たちの家に来てくださったおかげで、私の先祖は皆満足し、私たちの一族と王朝全体が清められました。そして、私たちが行っている犠牲の儀式は、あなたの存在によって今、完成しました。
FAQs
This verse teaches that a ritual is truly perfected when it is graced by the presence of the Lord (here as Vāmana) or His honored representative—then the sacrifice becomes spiritually complete.
Bali recognized Vāmana as an extraordinary brāhmaṇa guest and felt that the Lord’s arrival sanctified his home, lineage, and yajña—so he expressed gratitude and reverence before offering charity.
Treat visits from saintly people, teachers, and sincere devotees as sacred opportunities—serve respectfully, give generously within your means, and let spiritual association elevate your home and conduct.