Cmp 24. The Departure Of Lakshmi Devi

CHAITANYA MAHAPRABHU "Nimai is not only a Scholar But also a foremost Teacher, " This was the talk of everyone Who visited Navadvipa Town. He received several gifts For his scholarly talents, But a soft heart he had, To give the poor food. A stream of poor guests Visited daily his house For food, and for so many, Like clothing and money. Once twenty sanyasis came All of them at a time, But nothing was available To prepare food for all. With sufficient food items, Suddenly someone came. Then Lakshmi Devi cooked, And all of them were fed. With no help, she did well The household duties all And served her husband With all love, duty bound. He appreciated her services And her wonderful qualities, He didn't say these in words, Still he had all the praises. Nimai made preparations With his close associates To go and visit East Bengal. (Now it is Bangaladesh) He was well received At East Bengal with gold Silver, fine clothes Food and blankets. At home, in his absence, His wife felt loneliness. She left this world alone Never again to return. All the Vaishnavas came, For her rituals to perform, Consoling the wailing mother When her son was not there.