Srimad Bhagavatam — Shashtha Skandha, Shloka 10
Nārada Instructs Dakṣa’s Sons; Allegory of the World; Dakṣa Curses Nārada
श्रीशुक उवाच तन्निशम्याथ हर्यश्वा औत्पत्तिकमनीषया । वाच: कूटं तु देवर्षे: स्वयं विममृशुर्धिया ॥ १० ॥
śrī-śuka uvāca tan niśamyātha haryaśvā autpattika-manīṣayā vācaḥ kūṭaṁ tu devarṣeḥ svayaṁ vimamṛśur dhiyā
Śrī Śukadeva Gosvāmī disse: Ao ouvirem as palavras enigmáticas do devarṣi Nārada, os Haryaśvas as ponderaram por si mesmos, com sua inteligência natural, sem ajuda de outrem.
FAQs
This verse highlights that sincere students should thoughtfully reflect on a saint’s instructions, grasping the deeper intent (kūṭa-artha) beyond the literal phrasing.
Because Nārada spoke with profound, indirect intent, and the Haryaśvas—naturally insightful—considered his message carefully to understand its deeper spiritual direction.
When receiving spiritual guidance, avoid impulsive reactions—pause, contemplate the purpose behind the instruction, and align your decisions with lasting spiritual benefit rather than short-term goals.