Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 7.160
The Lord Responds with Affection
“Smiling slightly, the Lord embraced him and spoke sweet words so that others would also hear.”
What the purport teaches
- The Lord smiles slightly upon receiving Gadādhara Paṇḍita.
- He embraces him and speaks sweet words.
- The Lord speaks so that others can also hear His affectionate response.
Try this today
Read this translation slowly today, pausing to reflect on the Lord’s smile, embrace and sweet words.
Ask yourself
What does the Lord’s response help me appreciate about His affection for Gadādhara Paṇḍita?
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.