Like a great classical composition, the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam unfolds as variations on a theme—repeating, refining, and revealing a singular truth through different stories and characters. That truth? Beyond the pursuit of pleasure (bhoga) and even the escape of liberation (mokṣa), the highest fulfillment is found in bhakti—a relationship of divine love.

In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how this theme plays out in the dramatic encounter between Durvāsā Muni and King Ambarīṣa. More than just an ancient tale, their story touches on something deeply relevant—our modern struggles with power, ego, and the fear of surrender. What does it really mean when Vishnu declares that He is controlled by love? And how does this vision of the divine challenge our deepest assumptions about strength, authority, and freedom?

🔥 Key Highlights: •⁠  ⁠The Bhāgavatam’s structure—how it echoes the classical technique of variations on a theme. •⁠  ⁠Why the pursuit of power, knowledge, or even liberation is ultimately incomplete. •⁠  ⁠How Bhakti rewires our understanding of strength—not as domination, but as devotion. •⁠  ⁠Vishnu’s unexpected revelation: “I am controlled by the love of my devotees.” •⁠  ⁠What true freedom looks like when it’s rooted in love rather than detachment.

If you’ve ever wrestled with the idea of a personal divine or questioned what true fulfillment looks like, this episode offers a fresh perspective—one that unfolds like a beautifully composed symphony, leading us back to the essence of spiritual life.

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