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Ask and Learn About Deity Offerings

“When the brāhmaṇa priest was questioned about this matter, he explained in detail what kinds of foods were offered to the Deity of Gopīnātha.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 4.116, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The brāhmaṇa priest was questioned about the foods offered.
  • He explained in detail what kinds of foods were prepared as offerings.
  • His explanation concerned the offerings to the Deity of Gopīnātha.

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Ask one specific question about preparing food for the Deity, and note the answer.

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