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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 2.108

Affection Expressed Through Thoughtful Cooking

“In great affection, Bhagavān Ācārya cooked varieties of vegetables and other preparations dear to Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu. He also obtained remnants of food from Lord Jagannātha and digestive aids such as ground ginger and also lime with salt.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 2.108, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Bhagavān Ācārya cooked with great affection for Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
  • He prepared varieties of vegetables and other dishes dear to Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
  • He also obtained remnants of food from Lord Jagannātha and digestive aids, including ground ginger and lime with salt.

Try this today

Prepare one food item today with thoughtful attention to the recipient’s preferences.

Ask yourself

How can affection guide the details of the service I offer?

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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