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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 3.33

Wherever the Lord Is, There Is Vṛndāvana

“Advaita Ācārya disclosed the whole situation, telling Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu, “Wherever You are, that is Vṛndāvana. Now it is My great fortune that You have come to the bank of the Ganges.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 3.33, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Advaita Ācārya disclosed the whole situation to Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
  • He told the Lord, “Wherever You are, that is Vṛndāvana.”
  • He considered the Lord’s arrival on the bank of the Ganges His great fortune.

Try this today

Spend a quiet moment reflecting on the words, “Wherever You are, that is Vṛndāvana.”

Ask yourself

What does Advaita Ācārya’s statement help you appreciate about the Lord’s presence?

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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