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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 4.218

Rādhā Is the Wealth of Kṛṣṇa’s Life

“Rādhā is the beloved consort of Kṛṣṇa, and She is the wealth of His life. Without Her, the gopīs cannot give Him pleasure.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 4.218, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Rādhā is Kṛṣṇa’s beloved consort.
  • She is the wealth of His life.
  • Without Her, the gopīs cannot give Him pleasure.

Try this today

Slowly reread the phrase “She is the wealth of His life” and reflect on Her place in Kṛṣṇa’s pleasure.

Ask yourself

What does the phrase “the wealth of His life” help you appreciate about Rādhā?

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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