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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 24.240

Acknowledging the Half-Killed Animals

“ ‘I was wondering whether all the boars and other animals that are half-killed belong to you.’

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 24.240, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Nārada asked whether the boars and other half-killed animals belonged to the hunter.
  • His question directly drew attention to the animals’ condition.
  • The hunter confirmed Nārada’s words, replying, “Yes, what you are saying is so.”

Try this today

Reflect on one action today that affected another living entity, and honestly acknowledge its effect.

Ask yourself

Am I willing to acknowledge my connection to harm rather than avoid the question?

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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