Srimad Bhagavatam — Ekadasha Skandha, Shloka 32
Vānaprastha-vidhi and Sannyāsa-dharma: Austerity, Detachment, and the Paramahaṁsa Ideal
एक एव परो ह्यात्मा भूतेष्वात्मन्यवस्थित: । यथेन्दुरुदपात्रेषु भूतान्येकात्मकानि च ॥ ३२ ॥
eka eva paro hy ātmā bhūteṣv ātmany avasthitaḥ yathendur uda-pātreṣu bhūtāny ekātmakāni ca
至上主唯有一位，安住于一切物质身与众生之灵魂中。正如明月映现于无数水器，主虽一而遍在众人；故一切身相究竟由那一位至上主之能量所成。
All material bodies are composed of the same material nature, which is ultimately the potency of the one Supreme Lord. Therefore, one cannot justify feelings of hostility toward any living entity. In carrying out the Lord’s mission on earth, the bona fide representatives of God never become envious or hostile toward anyone, even when chastised by those who flagrantly violate the laws of God. Every living being is ultimately the son of God, and God is present within everyone’s body. Therefore, saintly persons should be very careful even when dealing with the most insignificant person or creature.
FAQs
This verse teaches that the Supreme Self is one and is present within all living beings; perceived differences are like many reflections of a single moon.
While guiding Uddhava on renunciation and higher spiritual vision, Krishna explains the basis of equal vision—recognizing the one Paramātmā within everyone.
Practice equal respect and compassion, reduce envy and sectarianism, and remember God’s presence in all—this transforms relationships into spiritual service.