The Pandavas' Residence and Lord Krishna SB 3.1.1-3
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What is the philosophical concept mentioned in the content that states anything that satisfies the senses of Sri Krsna is also Sri Krsna?

  • Bhakti-tattva
  • Maitreya-tattva
  • Vrndavana-tattva
  • Acintya-bhedabheda-tattva (correct)

    • Why did Vidura quit the house of the Pandavas?

  • To join the war against the Kauravas
  • To meet Rsi Maitreya and discuss transcendental knowledge (correct)
  • Due to a family misunderstanding
  • To protest against Duryodhana's behavior

    • What is the significance of Vrndavana-dhama according to the content?

  • It is the place where Sri Krsna lived with the Pandavas
  • It is the place where Sri Krsna was born
  • It is the place where Sri Krsna enjoys transcendental bliss (correct)
  • It is the place where Sri Krsna fought with the Kauravas

    • Who inquired about the meeting between Saint Vidura and Maitreya Rsi?

    <p>King Pariksit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Sri Krsna treat the house of the Pandavas?

    <p>He treated it as His own house</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Vidura's meeting with Maitreya Rsi?

    <p>Vidura received transcendental knowledge from Maitreya Rsi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Sri Krsna identify the house of the Pandavas?

    <p>As a source of transcendental bliss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for Sukadeva Gosvami's reply to King Pariksit's inquiry?

    <p>Because Sukadeva Gosvami was following the example of Suta Gosvami</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Sri Krsna acting as a minister for the Pandavas?

    <p>It reveals Sri Krsna's divine nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the nature of the disturbance caused by the family misunderstanding for Vidura?

    <p>It was an opportunity for higher realization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way was the house of the Pandavas similar to Vrndavana-dhama, according to the Gaudiya acintya-bhedabheda-tattva philosophy?

    <p>Both were sources of transcendental bliss for the Lord.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the underlying purpose of Vidura's meeting with Maitreya Rsi, as hinted in the passage?

    <p>To discuss transcendental knowledge and gain higher realization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the King's inquiry about the meeting between Saint Vidura and Maitreya Rsi?

    <p>It shows the King's eagerness to understand the meaningful discussion between the two great souls.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the passage portray Sri Krsna's relationship with the Pandavas, especially in relation to Duryodhana's house?

    <p>Sri Krsna treated the house of the Pandavas as His own, but did not care for Duryodhana's house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the nature of a saintly person like Vidura in the context of worldly disturbances?

    <p>A saintly person like Vidura is not significantly affected by worldly disturbances, and may even find them favorable for higher realization.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sri Krsna was a servant of the Pandavas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vidura was unhappy with the house of the Pandavas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vrndavana-dhama is a physical location on earth.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The King was upset with Sukadeva Gosvami's reply.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sri Krsna avoided entering Duryodhana's house.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Maitreya Rsi was a friend of the Pandavas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The house of the Pandavas was a source of worldly disturbances for Sri Krsna.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sri Krsna treated the house of the Pandavas as a stranger's house.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vidura's meeting with Maitreya Rsi was a casual encounter.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sri Krsna was not interested in the spiritual growth of the Pandavas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Residential House of the Pandavas

    • Sri Krsna, the Lord of everything, acted as a minister to the Pandavas and treated their house as His own.
    • He did not pay attention to Duryodhana's house, showing preferential treatment to the Pandavas.

    Gaudiya Acintya-Bhedabheda-Tattva Philosophy

    • According to this philosophy, anything that satisfies the senses of Sri Krsna is also considered Sri Krsna.
    • Example: Sri Vrndavana-dhama is nondifferent from Sri Krsna because it provides transcendental bliss to the Lord.

    Significance of the Pandavas' House

    • The house of the Pandavas was a source of transcendental bliss for Sri Krsna.
    • The Lord identified the house with His own Self, making it as good as Vrndavana.
    • Vidura should not have given up that place of transcendental bliss, but he took the opportunity to meet Rsi Maitreya and discuss transcendental knowledge.

    Vidura's Quitting the House

    • The real reason for Vidura quitting the house was not family misunderstanding, but to take advantage of the situation to meet Maitreya Rsi.
    • For a saintly person like Vidura, worldly disturbances are insignificant, but can be favorable for higher realization.

    Meeting Between Vidura and Maitreya Rsi

    • The King asked Sukadeva Gosvami to describe the meeting and discussion between Vidura and Maitreya Rsi.
    • Srila Sukadeva Gosvami replied to the King's inquiries, just like Suta Gosvami replied to Saunaka Rsi's inquiries.

    The Residential House of the Pandavas

    • Sri Krsna, the Lord of everything, acted as a minister to the Pandavas and treated their house as His own.
    • He did not pay attention to Duryodhana's house, showing preferential treatment to the Pandavas.

    Gaudiya Acintya-Bhedabheda-Tattva Philosophy

    • According to this philosophy, anything that satisfies the senses of Sri Krsna is also considered Sri Krsna.
    • Example: Sri Vrndavana-dhama is nondifferent from Sri Krsna because it provides transcendental bliss to the Lord.

    Significance of the Pandavas' House

    • The house of the Pandavas was a source of transcendental bliss for Sri Krsna.
    • The Lord identified the house with His own Self, making it as good as Vrndavana.
    • Vidura should not have given up that place of transcendental bliss, but he took the opportunity to meet Rsi Maitreya and discuss transcendental knowledge.

    Vidura's Quitting the House

    • The real reason for Vidura quitting the house was not family misunderstanding, but to take advantage of the situation to meet Maitreya Rsi.
    • For a saintly person like Vidura, worldly disturbances are insignificant, but can be favorable for higher realization.

    Meeting Between Vidura and Maitreya Rsi

    • The King asked Sukadeva Gosvami to describe the meeting and discussion between Vidura and Maitreya Rsi.
    • Srila Sukadeva Gosvami replied to the King's inquiries, just like Suta Gosvami replied to Saunaka Rsi's inquiries.

    The Residential House of the Pandavas

    • Sri Krsna, the Lord of everything, acted as a minister to the Pandavas and treated their house as His own.
    • He did not pay attention to Duryodhana's house, showing preferential treatment to the Pandavas.

    Gaudiya Acintya-Bhedabheda-Tattva Philosophy

    • According to this philosophy, anything that satisfies the senses of Sri Krsna is also considered Sri Krsna.
    • Example: Sri Vrndavana-dhama is nondifferent from Sri Krsna because it provides transcendental bliss to the Lord.

    Significance of the Pandavas' House

    • The house of the Pandavas was a source of transcendental bliss for Sri Krsna.
    • The Lord identified the house with His own Self, making it as good as Vrndavana.
    • Vidura should not have given up that place of transcendental bliss, but he took the opportunity to meet Rsi Maitreya and discuss transcendental knowledge.

    Vidura's Quitting the House

    • The real reason for Vidura quitting the house was not family misunderstanding, but to take advantage of the situation to meet Maitreya Rsi.
    • For a saintly person like Vidura, worldly disturbances are insignificant, but can be favorable for higher realization.

    Meeting Between Vidura and Maitreya Rsi

    • The King asked Sukadeva Gosvami to describe the meeting and discussion between Vidura and Maitreya Rsi.
    • Srila Sukadeva Gosvami replied to the King's inquiries, just like Suta Gosvami replied to Saunaka Rsi's inquiries.

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