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Scripture Affirms the Holy Name’s Power

“Haridāsa Ṭhākura said, “Why are you doubtful? The revealed scriptures say that one can attain liberation simply by a glimpse of offenseless chanting of the holy name.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 3.195, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Haridāsa Ṭhākura directly asks why Gopāla Cakravartī is doubtful.
  • He grounds his answer in the revealed scriptures.
  • The scriptures say that liberation can be attained simply by a glimpse of offenseless chanting of the holy name.

Try this today

Chant the holy name for a few quiet minutes, remembering Haridāsa Ṭhākura’s emphasis on offenseless chanting.

Ask yourself

How can turning to revealed scripture help me examine my doubts about the holy name?

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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