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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 8.52

Govinda Receives Majestic, Transcendental Service

“Varieties of majestic service are rendered to Govinda there. His garments, ornaments and paraphernalia are all transcendental.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 8.52, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Varieties of majestic service are rendered to Govinda there.
  • His garments and ornaments are all transcendental.
  • The paraphernalia used in His service are also transcendental.

Try this today

Spend a quiet minute reflecting on the varieties of majestic service offered to Govinda.

Ask yourself

What does the word “transcendental” invite you to notice about Govinda’s garments, ornaments and paraphernalia?

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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