Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 12.14
Respectful Departure and Joyful Chanting
“The devotees first saw Śacīmātā and took her permission. Then in great happiness they started for Jagannātha Purī, congregationally chanting the holy name of the Lord.”
What the purport teaches
- Before leaving, the devotees first saw Śacīmātā and took her permission.
- They then started for Jagannātha Purī in great happiness.
- As they traveled, they congregationally chanted the holy name of the Lord.
Try this today
Chant the holy name of the Lord with another person today, even briefly.
Ask yourself
How could chanting the holy name become part of your time with others?
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.