Composed by Veda Vyasa within the great Purāṇic corpus, Skandha 6 of the Srimad‑Bhagavatam unfolds the “science of God” through stories and philosophical dialogue. Its celebrated episodes—most famously the tale of Ajamila—illustrate divine mercy, the power of the holy Name, and how devotion transcends mere ritual or karma. Interwoven are teachings on the nature of the soul, the material worlds, and the mechanics of retribution and deliverance, all aimed at awakening bhakti (love of God). Historically received as a corrective to dry scholasticism, Canto 6 remains deeply relevant: it comforts those facing moral failure, prioritizes inner devotion over outward show, and offers a humane, accessible path to spiritual transformation today.