Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 11.51
Success Through the Spiritual Master’s and Kṛṣṇa’s Mercy
“Finally Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya said, “My dear King, do not worry. Because of your firm determination, I am sure that Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s mercy will definitely be bestowed upon you.””
What the purport teaches
- Seeing the King’s firm determination, Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya assured him that Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu would bestow His mercy.
- By the mercy of the spiritual master and Kṛṣṇa, one receives the seed of devotional service.
- The Bhaṭṭācārya was the King’s spiritual master and blessed him to receive the Lord’s mercy. The mercy of the spiritual master and Kṛṣṇa combine to grant a devotee success.
Try this today
Before an act of devotional service today, pause to ask for the mercy of the spiritual master and Kṛṣṇa.
Ask yourself
Do I recognize my need for mercy alongside my own determination?
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.