Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 4.188
Joy in Service Despite Great Labor
“With great trouble and after much labor, Mādhavendra Purī brought the load of sandalwood to Remuṇā. However, he was still very pleased; he discounted all the difficulties.
What the purport teaches
- Mādhavendra Purī brought the load of sandalwood to Remuṇā.
- Doing so required much labor and caused him great trouble.
- Nevertheless, he remained very pleased. He discounted all the difficulties.
Try this today
While doing one devotional task today, focus on the pleasure of serving rather than on its inconvenience.
Ask yourself
Can I value the joy of service more than the effort it requires?
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.