Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 9.118
The Goddess Desired the Rāsa Dance
“The goddess of fortune considered that her vow of chastity would not be damaged by her relationship with Kṛṣṇa. Rather, by associating with Kṛṣṇa she could enjoy the benefit of the rāsa dance.”
What the purport teaches
- The goddess of fortune considered that a relationship with Kṛṣṇa would not damage her vow of chastity.
- She desired to associate with Kṛṣṇa.
- Through that association, she hoped to enjoy the benefit of the rāsa dance.
Try this today
Write down the two considerations mentioned here: preserving her chastity and enjoying the benefit of the rāsa dance.
Ask yourself
How did the goddess of fortune understand her desire for Kṛṣṇa’s association in relation to her chastity?
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.