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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 20.87

Speaking Truthfully and Kindly

“Sanātana said, “I am not joking; I am speaking the truth. Kindly take this blanket in exchange for your torn quilt.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 20.87, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Sanātana assured the mendicant that he was not joking.
  • He clearly stated that he was speaking the truth.
  • He kindly repeated his request to exchange the blanket for the torn quilt.

Try this today

State one intention plainly and truthfully today, using gentle words.

Ask yourself

When someone doubts my words, can I clarify my intention kindly?

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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