Shloka 34
Kṛṣṇa’s Daily Life in Dvārakā; the Captive Kings’ Appeal; Nārada Announces the Rājasūya
सभाजयित्वा विधिवत् कृतासनपरिग्रहम् । बभाषे सुनृतैर्वाक्यै: श्रद्धया तर्पयन् मुनिम् ॥ ३४ ॥
sabhājayitvā vidhi-vat kṛtāsana-parigraham babhāṣe sunṛtair vākyaiḥ śraddhayā tarpayan munim
नारदः प्रदत्तासनं स्वीकृत्य, श्रीकृष्णो विधिवत् तं मुनिं सभाजयामास; श्रद्धया तर्पयन् सुनृतैः सत्यप्रियैर्वाक्यैः प्रत्युवाच ॥
FAQs
This verse shows that one should welcome a saint according to proper etiquette—offer honor, provide a respectful seat, and speak with sincere, truthful, gentle words.
Because Nārada is a revered sage and devotee; Kṛṣṇa, demonstrating ideal dharma and Vaiṣṇava conduct, pleased him through respectful reception and faithful speech.
Practice respectful hospitality—give time, attention, and a proper place, and speak kindly and truthfully—especially toward spiritually advanced people and teachers.