Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 19.206
Kṛṣṇa Carries His Victorious Friend
“ ‘When Kṛṣṇa was defeated by Śrīdāmā, He had to carry him on His shoulders. Similarly, Bhadrasena carried Vṛṣabha, and Pralamba carried Balarāma, the son of Rohiṇī.’
What the purport teaches
- While the cowherd boys played in Vṛndāvana, Pralambāsura appeared disguised as a cowherd boy to kidnap Kṛṣṇa and Balarāma. Kṛṣṇa understood his trick and divided the boys into two parties.
- The defeated party had to carry the victorious party on their shoulders. Kṛṣṇa carried Śrīdāmā, and Bhadrasena carried Vṛṣabha.
- Pralambāsura carried Balarāma away and expanded to a gigantic size. Understanding the demon’s intention to kill Him, Balarāma struck his head with His fist and killed him.
Try this today
Pause over the words describing Kṛṣṇa carrying Śrīdāmā, and write one observation about their friendship.
Ask yourself
What does Kṛṣṇa’s carrying Śrīdāmā help you notice about His play with His friends?
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.