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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 10.59

The Lord Delights in Rāmānanda Rāya’s Company

“Śrī Rāmānanda Rāya is coming within five to seven days. As soon as he arrives, My desires will be fulfilled. I take great pleasure in his company.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 10.59, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Śrī Rāmānanda Rāya is expected to arrive within five to seven days.
  • The Lord says that his arrival will fulfill His desires.
  • The Lord takes great pleasure in Śrī Rāmānanda Rāya’s company.

Try this today

Reread the words “I take great pleasure in his company,” and pause to reflect on the affection they express.

Ask yourself

What does the Lord’s anticipation reveal about His affection for Śrī Rāmānanda Rāya?

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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