Srimad Bhagavatam — Dvitiya Skandha, Shloka 7
Puruṣa-sūkta Logic of the Virāṭ: Cosmic Anatomy, Sacrifice, and the Lord’s Transcendence
विक्रमो भूर्भुव: स्वश्च क्षेमस्य शरणस्य च । सर्वकामवरस्यापि हरेश्चरण आस्पदम् ॥ ७ ॥
vikramo bhūr bhuvaḥ svaś ca kṣemasya śaraṇasya ca sarva-kāma-varasyāpi hareś caraṇa āspadam
主向前迈出的步伐，是地界、空界与天界（bhūr、bhuvaḥ、svaḥ）之所依，也是我们安稳与归依之所；一切所求之福亦在其中。哈利的莲足护佑众生，远离诸怖。
For absolute protection from all sorts of fear, as well as for all our needs of life, we must take shelter of the lotus feet of the Lord, not only in this planet but also in all the upper, lower and heavenly planets. This absolute dependence on the lotus feet of the Lord is called pure devotional service, and it is directly hinted at within this passage. No one should have any kind of doubt in this matter, nor should one be inclined to seek the help of any other demigods, because all of them are dependent on Him only. Everyone, except the Lord Himself, is dependent on the mercy of the Lord; even the all-pervading Supersoul is also dependent on the supreme aspect of Bhagavān, the Personality of Godhead.
FAQs
This verse states that the feet of Hari are the true refuge and the basis of all well-being (kṣema); they are the ultimate resting place for all—whether one seeks protection, peace, or even the fulfillment of desires.
In describing the Lord’s universal form and supremacy, Śukadeva explains that all realms of existence rest upon the Lord’s power (vikrama), emphasizing that the cosmos itself depends on Him.
Instead of relying solely on unstable external supports, cultivate daily refuge in the Lord—through prayer, chanting, and remembering Hari—seeing Him as the deepest source of security, guidance, and fulfillment.