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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 4.212

Loving Service Seeks Kṛṣṇa’s Satisfaction

“The gopīs know Kṛṣṇa’s desires, and they know how to render perfect loving service for His enjoyment. They perform their service expertly for the satisfaction of their beloved.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 4.212, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The gopīs know Kṛṣṇa’s desires.
  • They know how to render perfect loving service for His enjoyment.
  • They serve expertly, seeking the satisfaction of their beloved.

Try this today

Before one act of service today, pause and consider how to offer it carefully for Kṛṣṇa’s satisfaction.

Ask yourself

How can the gopīs’ attention to Kṛṣṇa’s satisfaction guide your approach to service?

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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