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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 13.97

Recognize Grace with Gratitude

“King Pratāparudra said, “You are very fortunate, for you have been graced by the touch of Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura. I am not so fortunate. You should feel obliged to him.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 13.97, translation

What the purport teaches

  • King Pratāparudra described the touch of Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura as a blessing that made its recipient very fortunate.
  • The King humbly said that he himself was not so fortunate.
  • He encouraged the person who received this grace to feel obliged to Śrīvāsa Ṭhākura.

Try this today

Reread the King’s words and pause to reflect on his humility and gratitude.

Ask yourself

How does King Pratāparudra’s response help you appreciate another person’s good fortune?

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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