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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 1.25

Praying for Mercy upon Everyone

“In the fourth verse I have invoked the benediction of the Lord upon all the world, praying to Lord Caitanya for His mercy upon all.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 1.25, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The author invokes the Lord’s benediction upon all the world.
  • He prays to Lord Caitanya for His mercy.
  • His prayer includes everyone, not only himself.

Try this today

Offer a short prayer to Lord Caitanya for His mercy upon everyone.

Ask yourself

How can I include others in my prayers for mercy?

Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.

The study points are short summaries drawn from Śrīla Prabhupāda's translation and purport; the practice and question are plain words for trying the verse today.

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