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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 25.55

Seek the Lord, Not Philosophical Victory

“Of the philosophers mentioned, none really cares for the Supreme Personality of Godhead, the cause of all causes. They are always busy refuting the philosophical theories of others and establishing their own.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 25.55, translation

What the purport teaches

  • The Supreme Personality of Godhead is the cause of all causes.
  • The philosophers mentioned are criticized for not really caring for Him.
  • They remain busy refuting others' philosophical theories and establishing their own.

Try this today

Before your next spiritual discussion, pause and set aside the wish to prove your own opinion.

Ask yourself

When discussing spiritual teachings, do I care more about understanding the Lord or defending my position?

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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