Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 14.78
His Lotus Feet Sound with Ankle Bells
“When the child was going out, there was a tinkling of ankle bells from His lotus feet. Hearing this, His father and mother were struck with wonder.”
What the purport teaches
- As the child was going out, a tinkling sound came from His lotus feet.
- The sound was that of ankle bells.
- His father and mother heard it and were struck with wonder.
Try this today
Reread this verse slowly today, pausing to reflect on the wonder felt by His father and mother.
Ask yourself
What draws your attention in His parents’ response to this sound?
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.