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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 18.188

The Lord Answers Every Argument

“Whatever arguments he put forward, the Lord refuted them all. Finally the person became stunned and could not speak.”

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 18.188, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The person continued putting forward arguments.
  • The Lord refuted every argument he presented.
  • Finally, the person became stunned and could not speak.

Try this today

After reading this verse, sit quietly for a moment rather than rushing to form a reply.

Ask yourself

How do I respond when I cannot defend my understanding?

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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