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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 21.103

Kṛṣṇa’s Form Is the Devotees’ Treasure

“The transcendental form of Kṛṣṇa is shown to the world by Lord Kṛṣṇa’s internal, spiritual energy, which is a transformation of pure goodness. This jewellike form is the most confidential treasure of the devotees. This form is manifested from Kṛṣṇa’s eternal pastimes.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 21.103, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Kṛṣṇa’s transcendental form is shown to the world by His internal, spiritual energy, which is a transformation of pure goodness.
  • This jewellike form is the most confidential treasure of the devotees.
  • Kṛṣṇa’s form is manifested from His eternal pastimes.

Try this today

Write the phrase “the most confidential treasure of the devotees” and reflect briefly on the form it describes.

Ask yourself

What does calling Kṛṣṇa’s form a confidential treasure help you appreciate?

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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