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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 17.152

Respectful Questions and a Welcoming Reply

“The Lord said, “My dear uncle, I have come to your home just to ask you some questions.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 17.152, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The Lord addresses the Kazi affectionately as “My dear uncle.”
  • He explains that He has come to the Kazi’s home to ask some questions.
  • The Kazi welcomes Him and invites Him to say what is in His mind.

Try this today

Invite someone to share a question, and listen to what is on their mind.

Ask yourself

How can I make it easier for someone to ask an honest question?

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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