Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 4.264
Appearing to Taste Pure Love
“Formerly I appeared in the world to taste mellows, and I tasted the mellows of pure love in various ways.
What the purport teaches
- The Lord recalls His former appearance in the world.
- He appeared to taste mellows—the flavors of loving exchange.
- He tasted the mellows of pure love in various ways.
Try this today
Write one sentence summarizing the Lord’s desire to taste pure love.
Ask yourself
What does this verse emphasize about the purpose of the Lord’s former appearance?
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.