श्रीमद्भागवतम्

Srimad Bhagavatam

निगमकल्पतरोर्गलितं फलम् - The Ripened Fruit of Vedic Knowledge

The Srimad Bhagavatam (Bhagavata Purana) is the crown jewel of Puranic literature, composed by Vyasadeva. Containing 18,000 verses across 12 cantos, it presents the science of God, the pastimes of Lord Krishna, and the path of pure devotion (bhakti).

Thematic Pillars

The Srimad Bhagavatam weaves together six fundamental themes that guide the soul towards ultimate liberation.

Bhakti Yoga

The path of pure devotional service to the Supreme Lord

Skandhas: 1, 7, 10, 11

Avatar Lilas

Divine incarnations and their transcendental pastimes

Skandhas: 7, 8, 9, 10

Cosmology

Structure of the universe and creation process

Skandhas: 2, 3, 5

Vedanta Philosophy

Sankhya, Yoga, and transcendental knowledge

Skandhas: 3, 11, 12

Dharma & Karma

Righteous duties and the law of action

Skandhas: 4, 6, 9

Moksha

Liberation and return to the spiritual realm

Skandhas: 11, 12

Skandha Analysis & Chapter Distribution

The radar chart highlights key cantos across five dimensions. The pie chart shows chapter distribution across all twelve Skandhas.

The Twelve Skandhas

Creation

स्कन्ध १

Canto 1

Introduction to the Bhagavatam, King Parikshit's curse, and the setting for the narration by Sukadeva Gosvami.

19 Chapters

Cosmic Manifestation

स्कन्ध २

Canto 2

The cosmic manifestation, process of creation, and the universal form of the Lord described.

10 Chapters

Status Quo

स्कन्ध ३

Canto 3

Vidura's inquiries, the story of Kapila, and philosophical teachings on Sankhya.

33 Chapters

Fourth Order

स्कन्ध ४

Canto 4

The story of Dhruva Maharaja, Prithu Maharaja, and the Pracetas.

31 Chapters

Creative Impetus

स्कन्ध ५

Canto 5

The story of King Priyavrata, Rishabhadeva, and the structure of the universe.

26 Chapters

Prescribed Duties

स्कन्ध ६

Canto 6

The story of Ajamila, Daksha's sacrifice, and the Vritrasura war.

19 Chapters

Science of God

स्कन्ध ७

Canto 7

The story of Prahlada Maharaja, Narasimha's appearance, and teachings on devotion.

15 Chapters

Withdrawal

स्कन्ध ८

Canto 8

The story of Gajendra, the churning of the ocean, and Lord Vamana's appearance.

24 Chapters

Liberation

स्कन्ध ९

Canto 9

The dynasties of the sun and moon, including the stories of Rama and other kings.

24 Chapters

Summum Bonum

स्कन्ध १०

Canto 10

The pastimes of Lord Krishna from birth to return to Vaikuntha - the heart of the Bhagavatam.

90 Chapters

General History

स्कन्ध ११

Canto 11

The Uddhava Gita, destruction of Yadava dynasty, and Krishna's departure.

31 Chapters

Age of Deterioration

स्कन्ध १२

Canto 12

Kali Yuga's symptoms, future kings, and the glory of the Bhagavatam.

13 Chapters