Follow the ideal footsteps of Akrura
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Other Books by Srila Prabhupada
Krsna, The Supreme Personality of Godhead
One who intends to visit Vṛndāvana should follow the ideal footsteps of Akrūra and always think of the pastimes and activities of the Lord
Krsna Book 38: Upon seeing the footprints of Kṛṣṇa, Akrūra immediately jumped down from the chariot out of respect. He became overwhelmed with all the symptoms of ecstasy; he wept, and his body trembled. Out of extreme jubilation upon seeing the dust touched by the lotus feet of Kṛṣṇa, Akrūra fell flat on his face and began to roll on the ground. Akrūra’s journey to Vṛndāvana is exemplary. One who intends to visit Vṛndāvana should follow the ideal footsteps of Akrūra and always think of the pastimes and activities of the Lord. As soon as one reaches the boundary of Vṛndāvana, he should immediately smear the dust of Vṛndāvana over his body without thinking of his material position and prestige. Śrīla Narottama dāsa Ṭhākura has sung in a celebrated song, viṣaya chāḍiyā kabe śuddha habe mana: “When my mind will be purified after leaving the contamination of material sense enjoyment, I shall be able to visit Vṛndāvana.” Actually, one cannot go to Vṛndāvana by purchasing a ticket. The process of going to Vṛndāvana is shown by Akrūra.
| Compiled by | Beta matea + |
| Completed sections | ALL + |
| Date of first entry | 15 July 2008 + |
| Date of last entry | 15 July 2008 + |
| Total quotes | 1 + |
| Total quotes by section | BG: 0 +, SB: 0 +, CC: 0 +, OB: 1 +, Lec: 0 +, Conv: 0 +, and Let: 0 + |
Categories: Follow | Ideal | Footsteps | Akrura
