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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 13.85

The Lord Acknowledges Govinda’s Protection

“My dear Govinda,” He said, “you have saved My life. If I had touched the body of a woman, I would certainly have died.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 13.85, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The Lord addressed Govinda affectionately as “My dear Govinda.”
  • He told Govinda, “You have saved My life,” acknowledging the importance of his intervention.
  • He said that if He had touched a woman’s body, He would certainly have died. His words express the gravity He placed on avoiding that contact.

Try this today

Thank someone who has helped you remain faithful to an important commitment.

Ask yourself

Do you recognize and appreciate those who help you uphold your commitments?

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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