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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 6.177

Raghunātha’s Departure Becomes Known

“Yadunandana Ācārya said, “He has already asked my permission and returned home.” Thus there arose a tumultuous sound, as everyone cried, “Now Raghunātha has gone away!””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 6.177, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Yadunandana Ācārya said that Raghunātha dāsa had already asked his permission.
  • He also said that Raghunātha dāsa had returned home.
  • A tumultuous sound arose as everyone cried, “Now Raghunātha has gone away!”

Try this today

When going out today, let someone who may be concerned know your plans.

Ask yourself

How does the household’s reaction help you reflect on the effect of a person’s departure on others?

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.

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