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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 11.105

Devotees Run Toward Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu

“The King said, “Instead of visiting the temple of Lord Jagannātha, all the devotees are running toward the residence of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 11.105, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The King observes where all the devotees are going.
  • Instead of visiting the temple of Lord Jagannātha, they are heading toward Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu's residence.
  • They are running toward His residence, showing their eagerness to reach Him.

Try this today

Reread the translation today and spend a moment reflecting on the devotees running toward Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.

Ask yourself

What does the devotees' eagerness to reach Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu stir in me?

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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