Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 24.215
Govinda’s Nectar Surpasses Uncertain Ritual Results
“ ‘We have just begun performing this fruitive activity, a sacrificial fire, but due to the many imperfections in our action, we are not certain of its result. Our bodies have become black from the smoke, but we are factually pleased by the nectar of the lotus feet of the Personality of Godhead, Govinda, which you are distributing.’
What the purport teaches
- At Naimiṣāraṇya, the great sages headed by Śaunaka addressed Sūta Gosvāmī, who was speaking about the Lord’s glorious activities.
- The sages were unsure of their sacrifice’s result because of its many imperfections. Covered with black ash from the smoke, they neglected to complete the ritualistic ceremonies.
- Although the ritual’s result was uncertain, they were truly pleased by the nectar of Govinda’s lotus feet that Sūta Gosvāmī was distributing.
Try this today
Spend a few minutes today hearing or reading about Govinda’s glorious activities.
Ask yourself
What draws me more: uncertain rewards from my actions or hearing about Govinda?
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.