Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 16.99
Recognize Another’s Learning and Talent
“You are the most learned scholar and the topmost of all great poets, for otherwise how could such fine poetry come from your mouth?
What the purport teaches
- The Lord addressed the poet as the most learned scholar.
- He also praised him as the topmost of all great poets.
- He pointed to the fine poetry coming from the poet’s mouth as evidence of his ability.
Try this today
Offer someone a sincere compliment about a skill you have actually observed.
Ask yourself
Am I willing to acknowledge someone’s genuine ability even when I disagree with them?
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.