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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 17.171

Respect Expressed Through a Question

“Upon hearing this, the brāhmaṇa became afraid. He then said, “Why do You speak like this? You are a sannyāsī.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 17.171, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Upon hearing these words, the brāhmaṇa became afraid.
  • He asked, “Why do You speak like this?”
  • He addressed the Lord as a sannyāsī, emphasizing His position.

Try this today

Today, ask one question respectfully when something said to you is difficult to understand.

Ask yourself

How can I express a concern while remaining respectful?

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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