Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 17.140
Chanting Despite the Kazi’s Order
“Murmuring in anger and making a roaring sound, the people, under the protection of Lord Caitanya, became mad through such indulgence.”
What the purport teaches
- The Kazi had issued an order forbidding kīrtana, congregational chanting of the holy name of the Lord.
- When Lord Caitanya Mahāprabhu heard about this, He ordered civil disobedience to the Kazi’s order.
- Under Lord Caitanya’s protection, the people murmured angrily and roared. The devotees were naturally enthusiastic, although agitated, and made loud cries.
Try this today
Set aside a few minutes today to chant the holy name of the Lord.
Ask yourself
What does the devotees’ response reveal about the importance of congregational chanting to them?
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.