Sri Subodhini Commentary on Srimad Bhagavata Purana by Mahaprabhu Shri Vallabhacharya: Canto Ten-Chapters 64 to 70 (Volume 12)

Book Details:

• Author: Mahaprabhu Shri Vallabhacharya

• Publisher: Sri Sadguru Publications

• Language: Sanskrit text with English Translation

• Edition: 2005

• ISBN: 9788170307709

• Pages: 490

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 23 cm x 15 cm

• Weight: 688 gm

About the Book

This rare and deeply spiritual volume presents, for the first time in English, the "bhavartha"—the inner devotional essence—of Sri Subodhini, the monumental Sanskrit commentary by Mahaprabhu Shri Vallabhacharya on the Sri Maha Bhagavata Purana. The translation, based on pure bhakti (devotion), focuses on the sacred Tenth Canto of the Bhagavatam, which Vaishnavas hold as the most divine, being a record of the transcendental leelas (divine play) of Lord Shri Krishna, the Supreme Purushottama.

Shri Vallabhacharya’s Sri Subodhini is known for its depth and clarity and is considered the most exhaustive among Bhagavatam commentaries. This volume covers seven key chapters from the Tenth Canto and includes:

• Original Sanskrit verses of the Bhagavatam

• English translations

• Sanskrit text of Sri Subodhini

• English translation of Sri Subodhini

• Additional insights from other prominent commentators like Shri Vitthalnathji (Gosainji), Shri Vallabhji, Shri Laloo Bhatji, and Shri Purushottamji

The chapters featured in this volume explore divine episodes such as:

1. The story of King Nirga

2. Lord Balarama’s visit to Vraja

3. The fall of Poundraka and the King of Kasi

4. The slaying of the demon Dwivida

5. Balarama’s wrath upon the Kauravas and Saamba’s marriage

6. Sage Narada witnessing Krishna’s household duties

7. Krishna’s daily routine and the arrival of a messenger from Jarasandha’s prison

Significance of the Translation

T. Ramanan, a devotee and disciple from the Ramanuja Sampradaya, undertook this sacred task after divine inspiration from Shri Shyam Manohar Goswamiji, a direct descendant of Shri Vallabhacharya. This English translation is a spiritual bridge between the path of grace (Pushti Marg) and the global seeker community. Ramanan acknowledges that his work is but a humble offering, inspired and supported by divine blessings.

Legacy of Shri Vallabhacharya

Shri Vallabhacharya (1479–1532 AD), considered an incarnation of Agni (divine fire), was a profound philosopher, Acharya, and the founder of Pushti Marg, the path of divine grace. He redefined devotion (bhakti) through loving service (seva) to Lord Krishna, rooted in total surrender without worldly desires. His interpretations of the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, and Brahmasutras align deeply with the essence of the Bhagavatam, which he revered as the ultimate scriptural authority.

He composed several masterworks, including Sri Subodhini, Tatvartha Deepa Nibandha, and Siddhanta Rahasya. He emphasized living a devotional life as a householder, accessible to all, guided by love and grace. His teachings continue to resonate through the Vaishnava traditions and devotional communities.