Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 2.70
Listening to a Devotee’s Concern
“Śivānanda said to Nṛsiṁhānanda, “Why are you expressing dismay?””
What the purport teaches
- Śivānanda noticed Nṛsiṁhānanda’s dismay and asked why he was expressing it.
- Nṛsiṁhānanda replied by drawing attention to the behavior of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
- His words, “your Lord Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu,” directed Śivānanda to consider what the Lord had done.
Try this today
If someone seems troubled today, gently ask what is concerning them and listen to their answer.
Ask yourself
When someone expresses concern, do I take time to ask and listen?
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.