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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 6.206

The Lord’s Affection Exceeds Words

“I cannot properly express the affection of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu for His devotees. Being merciful toward Raghunātha dāsa, the Lord spoke as follows to Govinda.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 6.206, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The author says he cannot properly express Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s affection for His devotees.
  • The Lord shows mercy toward Raghunātha dāsa.
  • Moved by that mercy, He speaks to Govinda about caring for Raghunātha dāsa.

Try this today

Reread the verse slowly and write one sentence about the affection it describes.

Ask yourself

What touches me about the Lord’s affection for His devotees?

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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