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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 17.177

Reassurance Makes Room for Frank Speech

“The Lord replied, “All these men are My confidential associates. You may speak frankly. There is no reason to be afraid of them.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 17.177, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The Lord identifies the men present as His confidential associates.
  • He tells the Kazi that he may speak frankly.
  • He reassures him that there is no reason to fear them.

Try this today

In one conversation today, gently invite the other person to speak openly.

Ask yourself

How can my words help someone feel less afraid to speak frankly?

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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