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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 19.61

Seeing the Lord’s Injuries Brings Sorrow

“Lighting a lamp, Svarūpa Dāmodara and Govinda entered the room. When they saw the Lord’s face, they were filled with sorrow.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 19.61, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Svarūpa Dāmodara and Govinda lit a lamp and entered the room.
  • They saw the Lord’s injured face.
  • The sight filled them with sorrow, showing their deep concern for Him.

Try this today

Gently check on someone who may be having a difficult day.

Ask yourself

How do Svarūpa Dāmodara and Govinda’s feelings help you reflect on caring for someone in distress?

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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