Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 3.106
Respecting the Simplicity of a Sannyāsī
“Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu said, “Advaita Ācārya, You have made Me dance in various ways. Now give up this practice. Go with Mukunda and Haridāsa and accept Your lunch.””
What the purport teaches
- Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu told Advaita Ācārya that such comforts as nice beds, cloves, cardamom, and sandalwood pulp were not befitting for a sannyāsī.
- Accepting fragrant garlands and having His legs massaged by a pure Vaiṣṇava were also not befitting for Him.
- Mahāprabhu said that Advaita Ācārya had already made Him dance according to His vow. He asked Him to stop and take lunch with Mukunda and Haridāsa.
Try this today
Today, pause before seeking an extra bodily comfort and reflect on Mahāprabhu’s example of simplicity.
Ask yourself
How does Mahāprabhu’s response help me appreciate the simplicity expected of a sannyāsī?
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.