Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 11.5
A King Seeks Permission to Meet
“Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya said, “There is a king named Pratāparudra Rāya. He is very anxious to meet You, and he wants Your permission.””
What the purport teaches
- Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya told the Lord about a king named Pratāparudra Rāya.
- The king was very anxious to meet the Lord.
- He wanted the Lord’s permission for the meeting.
Try this today
When requesting someone’s time today, ask permission rather than assuming they are available.
Ask yourself
What can you learn from seeking permission even when you strongly desire a meeting?
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.