Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 7.78
Pure Ecstasy in the Holy Name
“While chanting the holy name of the Lord in pure ecstasy, I lose Myself, and thus I laugh, cry, dance and sing just like a madman.
What the purport teaches
- He chants the holy name of the Lord in pure ecstasy.
- In that ecstasy, He describes losing Himself.
- He laughs, cries, dances and sings, appearing just like a madman.
Try this today
Spend a few minutes today singing the holy name of the Lord.
Ask yourself
What does this description show me about the depth of joy in chanting the holy name?
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.