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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 15.52

Honoring His Mother’s Orders

“I am staying here at Jagannātha Purī, Nīlācala, to comply with her orders. But at intervals I go see her lotus feet.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 15.52, translation

What the purport teaches

  • He is staying at Jagannātha Purī, Nīlācala.
  • He explains that He stays there to comply with His mother’s orders.
  • He also says that at intervals He goes to see her lotus feet.

Try this today

Honor one small, reasonable request from your mother or someone who cares for you.

Ask yourself

How can you show respect for a loved one’s wishes while maintaining your connection?

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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