Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 20.21
Humility and Respect Support Constant Chanting
“ ‘One who thinks himself lower than the grass, who is more tolerant than a tree, and who does not expect personal honor but is always prepared to give all respect to others can very easily always chant the holy name of the Lord.’
What the purport teaches
- One should think oneself lower than the grass and be more tolerant than a tree.
- One should not expect personal honor but should always be prepared to give all respect to others.
- With these qualities, one can very easily always chant the holy name of the Lord.
Try this today
Give someone your respectful attention today without seeking recognition, then take a moment to chant.
Ask yourself
Where can I offer respect today without expecting honor in return?
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.