Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 25.120
Devotional Service Is Open to Everyone
“ ‘Now please hear from Me about the process of devotional service, which is applicable in any country, for any person, at all times and in all circumstances.
What the purport teaches
- Devotional service applies in every country, to every person, at all times and in all circumstances. Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu confirms that bhāgavata-dharma can be spread everywhere.
- Pure devotees are not restricted to the Hindu community or to any country, creed or race. Excluding them because of their background goes against Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s instruction.
- Devotees from all parts of the world should be accepted as pure Vaiṣṇavas on the basis of their actual devotion. Their advancement in Kṛṣṇa consciousness, Deity worship, saṅkīrtana and Ratha-yātrā should be considered.
Try this today
Take a moment today to appreciate one devotee’s service without judging their background.
Ask yourself
Do I value a devotee’s actual devotional service more than their nationality, community or background?
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.