Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 11.31
Haridāsa Reveals a Long-Held Desire
“I have had one desire for a very long time. I think that quite soon, my Lord, You will bring to a close Your pastimes within this material world.
What the purport teaches
- Haridāsa Ṭhākura tells the Lord that he has held one desire for a very long time.
- He thinks the Lord will soon bring His pastimes within this material world to a close.
- His concern leads to his plea not to witness that closing chapter.
Try this today
Read this prayer slowly and pause to reflect on Haridāsa Ṭhākura’s affection for the Lord.
Ask yourself
What does Haridāsa Ṭhākura’s concern reveal about his attachment to the Lord?
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.