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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 9.72

Mercy Supports Simple Living

“However, because he has received the mercy of Your lotus feet, he does not even accept his father’s money. Instead he eats by begging alms from centers for the distribution of food.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 9.72, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Raghunātha dāsa has received the mercy of the Lord’s lotus feet.
  • Because of that mercy, he does not even accept his father’s money.
  • Instead, he maintains himself by begging alms from centers where food is distributed.

Try this today

Accept a simple meal with gratitude today, without seeking an unnecessary extra comfort.

Ask yourself

What does Raghunātha dāsa’s example teach me about mercy and dependence on material comfort?

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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