Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Ādi 5.174
A Devotee’s Unhappiness Prompts Correction
“Knowing this, Śrī Rāmadāsa felt unhappy in his mind. I then rebuked my brother.”
What the purport teaches
- Śrī Rāmadāsa knew of the brother’s unequal faith.
- Knowing this, he felt unhappy in his mind.
- The author then rebuked his brother rather than leaving the matter unaddressed.
Try this today
Recall one correction you have received about your devotional attitude, and consider it without immediately defending yourself.
Ask yourself
Am I willing to receive correction about my devotional attitudes?
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.