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Kṛṣṇa’s Sweetness Captivates the Goddess of Fortune

“The vivid evidence in this regard is that the dearest consort of Nārāyaṇa, the goddess of fortune, who is worshiped by all chaste women, gave up everything in her desire to enjoy Kṛṣṇa, being captivated by His unparalleled sweetness. Thus she took a great vow and underwent severe austerities.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 21.116, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The goddess of fortune is Nārāyaṇa’s dearest consort and is worshiped by all chaste women.
  • Captivated by Kṛṣṇa’s unparalleled sweetness, she gave up everything in her desire to enjoy Him.
  • She took a great vow and underwent severe austerities. Her actions provide vivid evidence of His extraordinary sweetness.

Try this today

Spend a minute reflecting on the desire for Kṛṣṇa expressed in her vow.

Ask yourself

What does the goddess of fortune’s determination reveal about Kṛṣṇa’s sweetness?

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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