Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 21.131
Govinda’s Face Is the Home of Beauty
“Kṛṣṇa has two reddish, widely spread eyes. These are ministers of the king, and they subdue the pride of Cupid, who also has beautiful eyes. That face of Govinda, which is full of happiness, is the home of the pastimes of beauty, and it is very pleasing to everyone’s eyes.
What the purport teaches
- Kṛṣṇa’s two reddish, widely spread eyes are described as ministers of the king.
- His eyes subdue the pride of Cupid, who also has beautiful eyes.
- Govinda’s face is full of happiness and is the home of the pastimes of beauty. It is very pleasing to everyone’s eyes.
Try this today
Spend one quiet minute reflecting on the words “full of happiness” as they describe Govinda’s face.
Ask yourself
Which feature of Govinda’s happy face draws your attention in this description?
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.