Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 11.137
Seeing a Devotee Brings Immediate Joy
“As soon as Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu saw Vāsudeva Datta, the older brother of Mukunda Datta, He immediately became very happy and, placing His hand on his body, began to speak.”
What the purport teaches
- Vāsudeva Datta was the older brother of Mukunda Datta.
- As soon as Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu saw Vāsudeva Datta, He became very happy.
- The Lord placed His hand on Vāsudeva Datta’s body and began to speak.
Try this today
When you meet someone today, pause to welcome them with genuine warmth.
Ask yourself
How do I express happiness when I meet a devotee?
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.