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The Two Brothers Are Identical Manifestations

“These two brothers,” I told him, “are like one body; They are identical manifestations. If you do not believe in Lord Nityānanda, you will fall down.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Ādi 5.175, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The author tells his brother that the two brothers are like one body.
  • They are identical manifestations, not separate objects of selective faith.
  • He warns that one who does not believe in Lord Nityānanda will fall down.

Try this today

Read the statement that the two brothers are like one body aloud, and pause to consider its meaning.

Ask yourself

How does seeing the two brothers as identical manifestations affect my faith?

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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