Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 13.41
Affection and Reverence Before Departure
“After saying this, the Lord embraced Jagadānanda Paṇḍita, who then worshiped the Lord’s lotus feet and started for Vṛndāvana.”
What the purport teaches
- The Lord embraced Jagadānanda Paṇḍita before his departure.
- Jagadānanda Paṇḍita worshiped the Lord’s lotus feet, expressing his reverence.
- After this affectionate exchange, Jagadānanda Paṇḍita started for Vṛndāvana.
Try this today
Before parting from someone today, offer a warm and respectful farewell.
Ask yourself
How can you express both affection and respect when taking leave?
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.