Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 4.205
Hearing Draws the Mind to the Lord
“Just as the celestial waters of the Ganges flow unobstructed into the ocean, so when My devotees simply hear of Me, their minds come to Me, who reside in the hearts of all.
What the purport teaches
- The celestial waters of the Ganges flow unobstructed into the ocean.
- In the same way, devotees’ minds come to the Lord simply by hearing of Him.
- The Lord to whom their minds turn resides in the hearts of all.
Try this today
Spend a few quiet minutes hearing about the Lord, letting your attention turn toward Him.
Ask yourself
What happens to my attention when I hear about the Lord?
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.