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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 13.99

Sincere Service Alongside Constant Chanting

“Thus Rāmadāsa carried the baggage of Raghunātha Bhaṭṭa and served him sincerely. He constantly chanted the holy name of Lord Rāmacandra day and night.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 13.99, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Rāmadāsa carries Raghunātha Bhaṭṭa’s baggage, putting his offer of service into action.
  • The verse describes his service as sincere. His helpful words are followed by practical care.
  • He constantly chants the holy name of Lord Rāmacandra day and night. Chanting accompanies his service.

Try this today

Spend a few minutes chanting the holy name of Lord Rāmacandra today.

Ask yourself

How can I make room for chanting while carrying out practical service?

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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