Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 14.63
Joy Turned to Concern for the Lord
“At first they were overjoyed to see Him, but when they saw His condition, all the devotees, headed by Svarūpa Dāmodara Gosvāmī, were very anxious.”
What the purport teaches
- At first, the devotees were overjoyed to see Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
- When they saw His condition, their joy changed to great anxiety.
- All the devotees shared this concern, headed by Svarūpa Dāmodara Gosvāmī.
Try this today
When you check on someone today, take a moment to ask how they are really doing.
Ask yourself
How does this verse show the difference between finding someone and seeing how they are?
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.