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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 8.178

She Always Thinks of Kṛṣṇa’s Association

“Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī’s bedstead is pride itself, and it is situated in the abode of Her bodily aroma. She is always seated there thinking of Kṛṣṇa’s association.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 8.178, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Śrīmatī Rādhārāṇī’s bedstead is described as pride itself.
  • That bedstead is situated in the abode of Her bodily aroma.
  • She is always seated there, thinking of Kṛṣṇa’s association.

Try this today

Pause today to reread the final sentence and reflect on Her constant thought of Kṛṣṇa’s association.

Ask yourself

What does the word “always” help you notice about Her thoughts of Kṛṣṇa’s association?

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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