Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Antya 8.48
Do Not Turn Observations Into Accusations
“One day Rāmacandra Purī came in the morning to the abode of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu. Seeing many ants, he said something to criticize the Lord.”
What the purport teaches
- One morning Rāmacandra Purī came to the abode of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu.
- He saw many ants there.
- He used this sight as an occasion to criticize the Lord; the verse does not give his exact words.
Try this today
When you notice something that invites criticism today, state only the observable fact to yourself without adding an accusation.
Ask yourself
Do I sometimes use a small observation as an excuse to criticize someone?
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.