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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 13.86

Gratitude Meets Humble Service

“I shall never be able to repay My debt to you.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 13.86, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The Lord told Govinda that He could never repay His debt to him.
  • Govinda replied that Lord Jagannātha had saved Him.
  • Calling himself insignificant, Govinda gave the credit to Lord Jagannātha rather than claiming it for himself.

Try this today

When thanked today, acknowledge the help you received rather than taking all the credit.

Ask yourself

How does Govinda’s reply invite you to receive appreciation humbly?

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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