Sri Caitanya-Caritamṛta Adi Lila
The chief historical sources for the life of Śrī Kṛṣṇa Caitanya are the kadacas (diaries) kept by Murāri Gupta and Svarūpa Dāmodara Gosvāmī. Murāri Gupta, a physician and close associate of Śrī Kṛṣṇa Caitanya’s, recorded extensive notes on the first twenty-four years of His life, culminating in His initiation into the renounced order, sannyāsa. The events of the rest of Caitanya Mahāprabhu’s forty-eight years wererecorded in the diary of Svarūpa Dāmodara Gosvāmī, another of His inimate associates.
Śrī Caitanya-caritāmṛta is divided into three sections, called līlās, a word that literally means “pastimes”-Ādi-līlā (the early period), Madhya-līlā (the middle period) and Antya-līlā (the final period). The notes of Murāri Gupta form the basis of the Ādi-līlā, and Svarūpa Dāmodara’s diary provides the details for the Madhya- and Antya-līlās.
(Śrī Caitanya-Caritāmṛta Foreword)
Overview of Entire Chaitanya Charitamrita by ISKCON Bhagavata Mahavidyalaya
What will Student Gain from this Course:
- In-depth immersion in the nectar of Sri Caitanya-Caritamrita.
- Knowledge of the pastimes of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu and the chance to experience transcendental bliss.
- The ability to establish a personal relationship with different bhaktas and with the Supreme Lord Sri Caitanya.
- A comprehensive understanding of devotional service.
Course Content:
The Caitanya-Caritamrita course focuses on the study of Sri Caitanya-Caritamrita, its teachings, and the life and mission of Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, with a strong emphasis on the principles of devotional service.
Why should one attend this course?
- Eliminate misconceptions about the goal of life.
- Learn how to perform proper sadhana for achieving Krishna prema.
- Gain insights into dealing with obstacles and anarthas on the path of bhakti.
- Prevent committing offenses and progress in your bhakti.
- Learn to ascertain the identity of Lord Caitanya as Svayam Bhagavan Avatari and recognize other incarnations of the Lord.
What Problems of the Students Are We Solving Through the Course?
- Clarification on the identity of Lord Caitanya and other divine incarnations.
- Conflict resolution among devotees.
- Guidance for making the right choices for spiritual success.
- Development of a personal spiritual journey plan.