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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 9.3

Remember the Devotees’ Lotus Feet

“All glories to the devotees of Lord Caitanya, headed by Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura! In order to fulfill all my desires, I remember their lotus feet.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 9.3, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The author glorifies the devotees of Lord Caitanya, headed by Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura.
  • He remembers their lotus feet in order to fulfill all his desires.
  • In doing so, he continues to follow the principles of worship of the Pañca-tattva.

Try this today

Pause today to respectfully remember the lotus feet of Lord Caitanya’s devotees, headed by Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura.

Ask yourself

What does the author’s remembrance teach you about honoring Lord Caitanya’s devotees?

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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