Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 12.5
Requesting Permission to See the Lord
“The King sent a letter from his capital, Kaṭaka, to Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya, entreating him to obtain the Lord’s permission so that he could go and see Him.”
What the purport teaches
- The King sent a letter from his capital, Kaṭaka.
- He addressed his request to Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya.
- He entreated Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya to obtain the Lord’s permission so that he could go and see Him.
Try this today
When making one request today, ask respectfully rather than assuming permission.
Ask yourself
How does the King’s request show respect for the Lord’s permission?
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.