Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 1.82
Offer Prayers to the Devotees First
“Now I have worshiped all the various levels of devotees. Worshiping them is the source of all good fortune.”
What the purport teaches
- The author has worshiped all the various levels of devotees.
- Worshiping the devotees is the source of all good fortune.
- Before offering prayers to the Lord, one should offer prayers to His devotees and associates.
Try this today
Before your next prayer to the Lord, first offer a brief prayer to His devotees and associates.
Ask yourself
How can I remember the Lord’s devotees and associates when I offer prayers?
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.