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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 24.245

The Hunter Offers What He Has

“ ‘I have many skins, if you would like them. I shall give you either a deerskin or a tiger skin.’

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 24.245, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The hunter says that he has many skins to offer.
  • He specifically offers Nārada Muni either a deerskin or a tiger skin.
  • He offers possessions, while Nārada Muni’s request concerns how he treats the animals.

Try this today

Before offering help today, ask the person what they need.

Ask yourself

Do I listen for what someone actually needs before deciding what to offer?

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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