Srimad Bhagavatam — Ashtama Skandha, Shloka 24
Bali Mahārāja’s Empowerment and Conquest of Indra’s City
Prelude to Vāmana’s Petition
मघवांस्तमभिप्रेत्य बले: परममुद्यमम् । सर्वदेवगणोपेतो गुरुमेतदुवाच ह ॥ २४ ॥
maghavāṁs tam abhipretya baleḥ paramam udyamam sarva-deva-gaṇopeto gurum etad uvāca ha
Vendo o esforço incansável de Bali Mahārāja e compreendendo seu propósito, Maghavā, o rei Indra, acompanhado dos demais devas, aproximou-se de seu mestre espiritual, Bṛhaspati, e falou assim.
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It describes Indra recognizing Bali Mahārāja’s powerful advance and, along with the other demigods, going to his guru Bṛhaspati for counsel.
Because the demigods were being overpowered; Indra sought the guidance of his spiritual master to respond properly and in a dharmic, effective way.
When facing a stronger opponent or a crisis, don’t act impulsively—seek wise counsel from qualified mentors and proceed with humility and clear strategy.