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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 17.107

Wonder Leaves the Astrologer Silent

“Struck with wonder, the astrologer remained silent, unable to speak. But when the Lord again put the question before him, he replied as follows.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 17.107, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The astrologer was struck with wonder.
  • He remained silent, unable to speak.
  • When the Lord asked His question again, the astrologer began to reply.

Try this today

After reading this verse, sit quietly for a moment and reflect on the astrologer’s wonder.

Ask yourself

What does the astrologer’s silence convey about the depth of his wonder?

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.

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