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Translation
O hero [Vidura], Diti, being thus afflicted by the contamination of lust, and therefore poor and talkative, was pacified by the son of Marīci in suitable words.
Purport
When a man or woman is afflicted by the lust of sex desire, it is to be understood as sinful contamination. Kaśyapa was engaged in his spiritual activities, but he did not have sufficient strength to refuse his wife, who was thus afflicted. He could have refused her with strong words expressing impossibility, but he was not as spiritually strong as Vidura. Vidura is addressed here as a hero because no one is stronger in self-control than a devotee of the Lord. It appears that Kaśyapa was already inclined to have sexual enjoyment with his wife, and because he was not a strong man he tried to dissuade her only with pacifying word.
Translation
O hero [Vidura], Diti, being thus afflicted by the contamination of lust, and therefore poor and talkative, was pacified by the son of Marīci in suitable words.
Purport
When a man or woman is afflicted by the lust of sex desire, it is to be understood as sinful contamination. Kaśyapa was engaged in his spiritual activities, but he did not have sufficient strength to refuse his wife, who was thus afflicted. He could have refused her with strong words expressing impossibility, but he was not as spiritually strong as Vidura. Vidura is addressed here as a hero because no one is stronger in self-control than a devotee of the Lord. It appears that Kaśyapa was already inclined to have sexual enjoyment with his wife, and because he was not a strong man he tried to dissuade her only with pacifying word.
Through cities, villages, and hearts, Sri Sri Gaura-Nitai have traveled for over 40 years, showering Their mercy upon all. Now in Sri Dham Mayapur, Their divine journey continues, calling us to the shelter of Bhakti.
Vasudeva’s To-Do List: Sacrifices, Debts & Devotion!
H.G. Mukund Madhav Prabhu discusses Srimad Bhagavatam 10.84.42-47, highlighting King Vasudeva’s fire sacrifices at Kurukshetra, fulfilling debts to sages, forefathers, and demigods. He explains varnashrama duties, karmic entanglements, and Krishna’s teachings on devotion over ritualistic sacrifices. The discourse includes Lord Chaitanya’s interactions in Udupi, emphasizing pure bhakti.
H.G. Mukund Madhav Prabhu discusses Srimad Bhagavatam 10.84.42-47, highlighting King Vasudeva’s fire sacrifices at Kurukshetra, fulfilling debts to sages, forefathers, and demigods. He explains varnashrama duties, karmic entanglements, and Krishna’s teachings on devotion over ritualistic sacrifices. The discourse includes Lord Chaitanya’s interactions in Udupi, emphasizing pure bhakti.
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Posted by Indradyumna Swami on Sunday, February 23, 2025
IC Newsletter Vol.10, Issue 8, 23. February 2025.
Don’t think that this chanting and dancing will not lead you to the desired goal. It will because there is assurance of Lord Caitanya Mahaprabhu that you will get all perfection by this process
Purport to Parama Koruna — Los Angeles, January 4, 1969:
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Demigods, Deities and Sacred Tales
Jai Nitai dasa discusses Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 10.84.10-11, highlighting the power of saintly association over ritual worship. He explains Krishna’s absolute nature, the significance of sacred places, and the distinction between demigods and the Supreme Lord. Devotees purify places through their presence, and faith in Krishna enhances spiritual progress. The class includes discussions and reflections.
Jai Nitai dasa discusses Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam 10.84.10-11, highlighting the power of saintly association over ritual worship. He explains Krishna’s absolute nature, the significance of sacred places, and the distinction between demigods and the Supreme Lord. Devotees purify places through their presence, and faith in Krishna enhances spiritual progress. The class includes discussions and reflections.
Darwin, Science & the War on Religion: The Hidden Battle Behind Evolution
Hridayananda Goswami begins by setting the historical context in which Darwin published On the Origin of Species on November 24, 1859. He explains that Darwin did not introduce his ideas in a neutral intellectual climate but in the midst of an ongoing culture war.
Hridayananda Goswami begins by setting the historical context in which Darwin published On the Origin of Species on November 24, 1859. He explains that Darwin did not introduce his ideas in a neutral intellectual climate but in the midst of an ongoing culture war.
Saranagati Retreat 2025 / Introduction to the Retreat
Sravana Utsav Mela 2025 || Day-3 || Evening