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Respecting Mother Śacī’s Wishes Together

“Hearing this appeal from mother Śacī, all the devotees offered obeisances and said, “We all agree to whatever mother Śacī desires.””

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 3.172, translation

What the purport teaches

  • All the devotees heard mother Śacī’s appeal.
  • They offered obeisances, showing their respect.
  • They all agreed to whatever mother Śacī desired.

Try this today

Today, listen carefully to someone’s request before giving your response.

Ask yourself

How can I listen to another person’s wishes with respect?

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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