Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 20.47
The Lord recognizes a devotee
“Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu said, “There is a devotee at your door. Please call him in.” Going outside, Candraśekhara could not see a Vaiṣṇava at his door.”
What the purport teaches
- Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu told Candraśekhara that a devotee was at his door.
- He asked Candraśekhara to call the devotee inside.
- Candraśekhara went outside but could not see a Vaiṣṇava there.
Try this today
Pause before deciding what someone’s outward appearance tells you about their devotion.
Ask yourself
What can I learn from the difference between the Lord’s recognition and Candraśekhara’s perception?
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.