Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 1.47
Joyful Company Through Kīrtana
“After attending the Ratha-yātrā ceremony at Jagannātha Purī, all the devotees remained there for four months, greatly enjoying the company of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu by performing kīrtana [chanting and dancing].”
What the purport teaches
- The devotees attended the Ratha-yātrā ceremony at Jagannātha Purī.
- After the ceremony, they remained there for four months.
- They greatly enjoyed Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s company by performing kīrtana—chanting and dancing.
Try this today
Set aside a few minutes today for kīrtana, chanting and dancing.
Ask yourself
How can I give chanting my full attention today?
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.