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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 7.93

A Humble Appeal for Mercy

“Approaching him with great humility, Vallabha Bhaṭṭa said, “I have taken shelter of you, my dear sir. Kindly be merciful to me and save my life.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 7.93, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Vallabha Bhaṭṭa approached Gadādhara Paṇḍita with great humility.
  • He said that he had taken shelter of Gadādhara Paṇḍita.
  • His words, “save my life,” expressed the urgency of his plea for mercy.

Try this today

Make one sincere request for help today with humble, respectful words.

Ask yourself

What does Vallabha Bhaṭṭa’s appeal teach you about asking for help?

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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