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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 10.156

The Lord Rejects Mukunda Datta’s Identification

“Mukunda Datta replied, “Here is Brahmānanda Bhāratī, in Your presence.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 10.156, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Mukunda Datta pointed out Brahmānanda Bhāratī.
  • He said that Brahmānanda Bhāratī was right there in the Lord’s presence.
  • The Lord replied that Mukunda Datta was incorrect, saying, “This is not Brahmānanda Bhāratī.”

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When someone questions your understanding today, pause and listen before replying.

Ask yourself

How do I respond when something that seems obvious to me is questioned?

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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