Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 14.15
Previous Service Arouses the Lord’s Mercy
“Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s mercy was aroused because of the King’s previous service. Therefore, without even asking who he was, the Lord immediately bestowed His mercy upon him.”
What the purport teaches
- The King’s previous service aroused Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s mercy.
- The Lord did not first ask who the King was.
- He immediately bestowed His mercy upon the King.
Try this today
Set aside a few minutes today for one small act of devotional service.
Ask yourself
What does the Lord’s response teach me about the value of service?
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.