Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 6.29
An Appealing Voice Softens the Heart
“When the Muslim heard Raghunātha dāsa’s appealing voice, his heart softened. He began to cry, and tears glided down his beard.”
What the purport teaches
- The Muslim hears Raghunātha dāsa’s appealing voice. The respectful appeal reaches him.
- His heart softens as he listens. His response changes from the conflict described earlier.
- He begins to cry, and tears glide down his beard. His softened heart finds visible expression.
Try this today
Listen to someone’s concern today without interrupting.
Ask yourself
When has listening to another person’s appeal softened your response?
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.