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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 12.141

The Lord cared for His servant

“Accepting the sandalwood pulp and garland, the Lord sat down and said, “Now, in front of Me, you must eat.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 12.141, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The Lord accepted the sandalwood pulp and garland.
  • He then sat down and turned His attention to Jagadānanda’s meal.
  • He told Jagadānanda to eat in front of Him. The one who had served was now asked to receive nourishment.

Try this today

Make sure someone who has served a meal has a chance to sit down and eat.

Ask yourself

Am I willing to receive care as well as offer it?

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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