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Gentleness and Steady Love

“Gadādhara Paṇḍita is celebrated all over the world for his gentle behavior, his brahminical attributes and his steady love for Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Antya 7.166, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Gadādhara Paṇḍita is celebrated all over the world for his gentle behavior.
  • His brahminical attributes are also praised.
  • His love for Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is steady. His example brings together gentle conduct and enduring devotion.

Try this today

In one conversation today, make a deliberate effort to speak gently.

Ask yourself

How can Gadādhara Paṇḍita’s gentleness guide my behavior today?

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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