Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 7.109
Disappointment Leads to Inward Reflection
“Hearing this, Vallabha Bhaṭṭa was speechless. He returned home greatly unhappy and began to consider thus.”
What the purport teaches
- Hearing the explanation, Vallabha Bhaṭṭa became speechless.
- He returned home greatly unhappy and began to reflect.
- His thoughts turned toward his defeats in the assembly and his wish to become victorious.
Try this today
Recall one conversation that disappointed you, and quietly identify what you hoped to gain from it.
Ask yourself
When an explanation leaves me unable to reply, do I seek understanding or feel mainly disappointed?
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.