Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 12.33
Unhappiness Alongside a Radiant Smile
“Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu became unhappy upon reading the note, although His face still shone as brightly as the moon. Thus, smiling, He spoke as follows.”
What the purport teaches
- Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu became unhappy upon reading the note.
- Although He was unhappy, His face still shone as brightly as the moon.
- He smiled as He began to speak.
Try this today
Read the translation slowly today, noticing both the Lord’s unhappiness and His smile.
Ask yourself
What do you notice about the difference between the Lord’s unhappiness and His outward expression?
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.