Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 16.41
The Ganges Is Glorious Through Her Divine Origin
“ ‘The greatness of mother Ganges always brilliantly exists. She is the most fortunate because she emanated from the lotus feet of Śrī Viṣṇu, the Personality of Godhead. She is a second goddess of fortune, and therefore she is always worshiped both by demigods and by humanity. endowed with all wonderful qualities, she flourishes on the head of Lord Śiva.’”
What the purport teaches
- Mother Ganges’ greatness always shines brilliantly. She is most fortunate because she emanated from the lotus feet of Śrī Viṣṇu, the Personality of Godhead.
- She is described as a second goddess of fortune. Both demigods and humanity always worship her.
- Endowed with all wonderful qualities, she flourishes on the head of Lord Śiva.
Try this today
Read the translation slowly and recall why mother Ganges is called most fortunate.
Ask yourself
How does the Ganges’ connection with Śrī Viṣṇu deepen your appreciation of her greatness?
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.