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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 23.32

Relish for the Name Inspires Constant Chanting

“Due to having great relish for the holy name, one is inclined to chant the Hare Kṛṣṇa mahā-mantra constantly.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 23.32, translation

What the purport teaches

  • One develops great relish for the holy name.
  • This relish brings an inclination to chant the Hare Kṛṣṇa mahā-mantra.
  • The inclination is to chant constantly.

Try this today

Set aside a few minutes today to chant the Hare Kṛṣṇa mahā-mantra attentively.

Ask yourself

How does relish for the holy name differ from simply completing a chanting routine?

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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