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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 17.174

Hearing the Relationship Brings Joy

“Balabhadra Bhaṭṭācārya then explained the relationship between Mādhavendra Purī and Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu. After hearing this, the brāhmaṇa became very pleased and began to dance.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 17.174, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Balabhadra Bhaṭṭācārya explained the relationship between Mādhavendra Purī and Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
  • After hearing this explanation, the brāhmaṇa became very pleased.
  • His pleasure found expression in dancing.

Try this today

Read the translation slowly, giving attention to the brāhmaṇa’s joy upon hearing.

Ask yourself

What moves me about the brāhmaṇa’s joyful response to hearing this relationship explained?

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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