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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 17.232

Humbly Pointing Toward Boundless Pastimes

“Since Lord Ananta Himself cannot describe even a fragment of these pastimes, I am simply pointing out the direction.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 17.232, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Even Lord Ananta Himself cannot describe a fragment of these pastimes.
  • The author does not claim to give a complete description.
  • He presents his account as simply pointing out the direction.

Try this today

Before reading today, pause to remember the author’s words: “I am simply pointing out the direction.”

Ask yourself

How might the author’s humility shape the way you approach this account?

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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