Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 4.38
His Heart Remained With Lord Raghunātha
“After saying this, at night he began to think, ‘How shall I give up the lotus feet of Lord Raghunātha?’
What the purport teaches
- After requesting initiation into the Kṛṣṇa mantra, Vallabha began to reflect at night.
- He wondered how he could give up the lotus feet of Lord Raghunātha.
- His reflection revealed a difficulty beneath his earlier agreement. His attachment to Lord Raghunātha remained strong.
Try this today
Take a quiet minute to acknowledge any devotional commitment you find difficult to make wholeheartedly.
Ask yourself
What does Vallabha’s private reflection teach you about being honest in devotional life?
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.