Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 2.133
The Lord Offers Respect Before Leaving
“After saying this, the Lord called for Govinda. Offering obeisances to Paramānanda Purī, He got up and began to leave.”
What the purport teaches
- The Lord called for Govinda before beginning to leave.
- He offered obeisances to Paramānanda Purī. His departure was accompanied by an expression of respect.
- Paramānanda Purī then approached Him humbly and persuaded Him to sit down.
Try this today
Before leaving a conversation today, offer a sincere word of respect or thanks.
Ask yourself
How can I show respect even when I am preparing to leave?
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.