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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 14.20

The Lord Knew but Did Not Disclose

“Although within His heart Caitanya Mahāprabhu knew everything that was happening, externally He did not disclose it. Nor did He disclose that He knew He was talking with King Pratāparudra.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 14.20, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Within His heart, Caitanya Mahāprabhu knew everything that was happening.
  • Externally, He did not disclose that knowledge.
  • He also did not reveal that He knew He was speaking with King Pratāparudra.

Try this today

Reread the translation slowly, noting what Caitanya Mahāprabhu knew and what He chose not to disclose.

Ask yourself

What does this account show me about the difference between the Lord’s knowledge and what He outwardly reveals?

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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