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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 11.66

Sacred Remnants Honor a Devotee

“After a hole was dug in the sand, the body of Haridāsa Ṭhākura was placed into it. Remnants from Lord Jagannātha, such as His silken ropes, sandalwood pulp, food and cloth, were placed on the body.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 11.66, translation

What the purport teaches

  • A hole was dug in the sand, and the body of Haridāsa Ṭhākura was placed into it.
  • Remnants from Lord Jagannātha were placed on his body.
  • These included His silken ropes, sandalwood pulp, food and cloth.

Try this today

Read the list of Lord Jagannātha’s remnants slowly, pausing to appreciate the care shown.

Ask yourself

What stands out to you about the care taken to honor Haridāsa Ṭhākura’s body?

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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