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Seclusion Near the Temple of Jagannātha

“Lord Caitanya’s residence should be very secluded and also near the temple of Jagannātha. Please consider this proposal and give me a nice place for Him.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 10.20, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Lord Caitanya’s residence should be very secluded.
  • It should also be near the temple of Jagannātha.
  • The request asks for careful consideration and a suitable place for Him.

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