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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 4.36

The Boy Reveals His Suffering

“The boy showed Mādhavendra Purī the bush and said, “I reside in this bush, and because of this I suffer very much from severe cold, rain showers, winds and scorching heat.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 4.36, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The boy showed Mādhavendra Purī the bush where He resided.
  • He said that living in the bush caused Him great suffering.
  • He described exposure to severe cold, rain showers, winds and scorching heat.

Try this today

Read the boy’s words attentively and name the four conditions He said caused Him suffering.

Ask yourself

How does the boy’s description help you listen carefully to His needs?

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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