Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 24.329
Begin by Taking Shelter of a Guru
“Because you asked Me for a synopsis, please hear these few indications. In the beginning describe how one must take shelter of a bona fide spiritual master.
What the purport teaches
- These instructions give a brief outline in response to a request for a synopsis.
- The first subject is how to take shelter of a bona fide spiritual master.
- The following instructions explain the characteristics of both the spiritual master and the disciple.
Try this today
Read the next verse and note what should be considered before accepting a spiritual master.
Ask yourself
Why is understanding a bona fide spiritual master an important beginning?
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.