Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 7.156
A Question About Tolerating Criticism
“Why did you not retaliate by reproaching Him? Why did you fearfully tolerate His criticism?”
What the purport teaches
- Svarūpa Dāmodara asked why Gadādhara Paṇḍita had not retaliated by reproaching the Lord.
- He also asked why Gadādhara Paṇḍita had fearfully tolerated the Lord’s criticism.
- These questions draw attention to Gadādhara Paṇḍita’s restraint. His reply in the next verse explains his reverence for the Lord.
Try this today
If you receive criticism today, take one calm breath before deciding how to answer.
Ask yourself
What helps you pause rather than immediately retaliate when criticized?
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.