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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 12.104

Entrusting a Gift for the Lord’s Care

“This oil was placed in the care of Govinda, and Jagadānanda requested him, “Please rub this oil on the body of the Lord.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 12.104, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The oil was placed in Govinda’s care.
  • Jagadānanda asked Govinda to rub the oil on the Lord’s body.
  • His request made clear the service for which he had brought the oil.

Try this today

When asking for help with a small service today, explain the task simply and say “please.”

Ask yourself

How can you make a request for help in service both clear and courteous?

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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