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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 24.322

A Humble Conclusion to Deep Explanation

“In this way, like a madman, I have explained the meaning of just one verse. I do not know who will take this as evidence.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 24.322, translation

What the purport teaches

  • Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu says He has explained the meaning of just one verse.
  • He describes Himself as speaking “like a madman.” The following verse connects this expression with His extraordinary love of God.
  • He says He does not know who will accept His explanation as evidence.

Try this today

Return to one verse you have read and consider whether there is more in it for you to understand.

Ask yourself

What do you notice about the humility of these words after such an extensive explanation?

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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