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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 21.33

Kṛṣṇa Is Master of the Three Worlds

“ ‘The Supreme Personality of Godhead, Kṛṣṇa, is the master of the three worlds and the three principal demigods [Brahmā, Viṣṇu and Śiva]. No one is equal to or greater than Him. By His spiritual potency, known as svārājya-lakṣmī, all His desires are fulfilled. While offering their dues and presents in worship, the predominating deities of all the planets touch the lotus feet of the Lord with their helmets. Thus they offer prayers to the Lord.’

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 21.33, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Kṛṣṇa is the master of the three worlds and of Brahmā, Viṣṇu and Śiva. No one is equal to or greater than Him.
  • His spiritual potency, known as svārājya-lakṣmī, fulfills all His desires.
  • The predominating deities of all the planets offer Him dues, presents and prayers. In worship, they touch His lotus feet with their helmets.

Try this today

Offer a brief prayer to Kṛṣṇa today, acknowledging Him as the master of the three worlds.

Ask yourself

What does the deities’ worship teach me about approaching Kṛṣṇa with respect?

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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