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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 16.28

The Lord Discusses Literature With His Disciples

“Once on a full moon night the Lord was sitting on the bank of the Ganges with His many disciples and discussing literary topics.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 16.28, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The Lord was sitting on the bank of the Ganges on a full moon night.
  • His many disciples were with Him.
  • Together they were discussing literary topics.

Try this today

Discuss one sentence from today’s reading with another reader.

Ask yourself

What stands out to you about this scene of the Lord with His disciples?

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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