Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 6.20
Respect, Affection, and News of the Lord
“Mukunda Datta offered obeisances unto Gopīnātha Ācārya upon meeting him. Then the Ācārya embraced Mukunda Datta and inquired about news of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.”
What the purport teaches
- Upon meeting Gopīnātha Ācārya, Mukunda Datta offered him obeisances.
- Gopīnātha Ācārya then embraced Mukunda Datta.
- The Ācārya inquired about news of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
Try this today
Greet someone respectfully and warmly today, remembering this exchange.
Ask yourself
How can my greetings express both respect and affection?
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.