Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 9.14
Chanting While Walking
“While walking on the road, Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu used to chant this Rāma Rāghava mantra. Chanting in this way, He arrived at the banks of the Gautamī-gaṅgā and took His bath there.”
What the purport teaches
- Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu used to chant the Rāma Rāghava mantra while walking on the road.
- Chanting in this way, He reached the banks of the Gautamī-gaṅgā and bathed there.
- The Gautamī-gaṅgā is a branch of the Godāvarī. It was named after Gautama Ṛṣi, who formerly lived on its bank opposite Rajahmundry.
Try this today
During a short walk today, spend a little time chanting the Rāma Rāghava mantra.
Ask yourself
When could I make a short walk an opportunity for chanting?
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.