Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 4.21
The Lord Embraces Sanātana Despite His Sores
“Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu, however, embraced Sanātana Gosvāmī by force. Thus the moisture oozing from the itching sores touched the transcendental body of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.”
What the purport teaches
- Despite Sanātana Gosvāmī’s request, Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu embraced him by force.
- Moisture from Sanātana’s itching sores touched the Lord’s transcendental body.
- Sanātana’s bodily infections did not prevent the Lord from embracing him.
Try this today
Spend a quiet minute reflecting on the Lord’s affection for Sanātana despite his bodily condition.
Ask yourself
How does the Lord’s embrace shape my understanding of His affection for Sanātana?
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.