Monday, August 11, 2008

Meaning of Goswami

August 11: Here Suta Goswami is being asked by the sages about the purpose of life. Srila Prabhupada is explaining about the meaning of Goswami, one who has conquered the senses. He also explains about the four major vices. Prabhuji is summarizing the connection between the 4 regulative principles and these 4 major vices.

Mercy (Meat eating)
Truthfulness (Gambling)
Austerity (Intoxication)
Cleanliness (Illicit Sex)

One who is free from these 4 major vices, he is an actual Goswami. We represent Caitanya Mahaprabhu and Srila Vyasadev, we have to follow these four regulative principles thus allowing us to come out of these 4 vices and that will help us elevate ourselves.

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