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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 4.13

Approaching Haridāsa Ṭhākura

“Having made this resolution, Sanātana Gosvāmī went to Nīlācala, where he asked directions from people and approached the residence of Haridāsa Ṭhākura.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 4.13, translation

What the purport teaches

  • After making this resolution, Sanātana Gosvāmī travels to Nīlācala.
  • He asks people for directions rather than finding the residence unaided.
  • He approaches the residence of Haridāsa Ṭhākura, where the following verses describe a warm welcome.

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