Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 10.30
The Lord Loved Purandara as His Father
“Śrī Ācārya Purandara, the ninth branch, was a constant associate of Lord Caitanya’s. The Lord accepted him as His father.”
What the purport teaches
- Śrī Ācārya Purandara, the ninth branch, was a constant associate of Lord Caitanya.
- When visiting Rāghava Paṇḍita’s house, the Lord also visited Purandara Ācārya immediately upon receiving an invitation.
- Purandara Ācārya was most fortunate: the Lord addressed him as His father and embraced him in great love.
Try this today
Spend one minute reflecting on the Lord addressing Purandara Ācārya as His father and embracing him.
Ask yourself
What does the Lord’s affectionate greeting help you appreciate about Purandara Ācārya’s good fortune?
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.