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The Direct Incarnation of Mahā-Viṣṇu

“Mahā-Viṣṇu performs all the functions for the creation of the universes. Śrī Advaita Ācārya is His direct incarnation.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 6.7, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Mahā-Viṣṇu performs the functions needed for the creation of the universes.
  • All these functions of creation are performed by Him.
  • Śrī Advaita Ācārya is Mahā-Viṣṇu’s direct incarnation.

Try this today

Repeat the translation once, paying particular attention to the words “direct incarnation.”

Ask yourself

How does Mahā-Viṣṇu’s role in creation deepen my appreciation of Śrī Advaita Ācārya?

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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