Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 21.112
Kṛṣṇa’s Loveliness Is Unequaled and Ever Fresh
“ ‘What austerities must the gopīs have performed? With their eyes they always drink the nectar of the form of Lord Kṛṣṇa, which is the essence of loveliness and is not to be equaled or surpassed. That loveliness is the only abode of beauty, fame and opulence. It is self-perfect, ever fresh and unique.’
What the purport teaches
- The women of Mathurā spoke this verse from Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam when they saw Kṛṣṇa in the wrestling arena.
- They wondered what austerities the gopīs must have performed, since their eyes always drink the nectar of Kṛṣṇa’s form.
- His form is the essence of loveliness, never equaled or surpassed, and the only abode of beauty, fame and opulence. It is self-perfect, ever fresh and unique.
Try this today
Choose one phrase describing Kṛṣṇa’s form, such as “ever fresh,” and reflect on it quietly for one minute.
Ask yourself
Which description of Kṛṣṇa’s loveliness most invites your attention today?
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.