Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 2.63
Ecstatic joy expressed through loving concern
“Pradyumna Brahmacārī was overwhelmed by transcendental ecstasy upon seeing Caitanya Mahāprabhu eating everything. Thus tears flowed from his eyes. Nevertheless, he expressed dismay, saying, “Alas, alas! My dear Lord, what are You doing? You are eating everyone’s food!”
What the purport teaches
- Pradyumna Brahmacārī was overwhelmed by transcendental ecstasy when he saw Caitanya Mahāprabhu eating everything.
- Tears flowed from his eyes as he witnessed the Lord eating.
- Nevertheless, he expressed dismay and asked why the Lord was eating everyone’s food. His concern accompanied his joy.
Try this today
Pause over his words, “My dear Lord,” and reflect on the affection in his address.
Ask yourself
How does Pradyumna Brahmacārī’s concern help you see the personal nature of his 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.