Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 20.129
Vedic Literature Reveals Kṛṣṇa Consciousness
“Just as the words of the astrologer Sarvajñā gave news of the poor man’s treasure, the Vedic literatures advise one about Kṛṣṇa consciousness when one is inquisitive to know why he is in a distressed material condition.
What the purport teaches
- The words of the astrologer Sarvajñā gave the poor man news of his treasure.
- Similarly, Vedic literatures advise us about Kṛṣṇa consciousness.
- This guidance addresses one who sincerely asks why he is in a distressed material condition.
Try this today
Read this translation again and note what source of guidance it recommends for understanding material distress.
Ask yourself
Am I willing to seek guidance about Kṛṣṇa consciousness when I question my material distress?
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.