Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 6.188
Listen Before Offering Your Explanation
“The Lord replied, “First let Me hear your explanation. After that, I shall try to explain what little I know.””
What the purport teaches
- The Lord first asked to hear the Bhaṭṭācārya’s explanation.
- He said that He would offer His own explanation afterward.
- His words, “I shall try to explain what little I know,” expressed humility.
Try this today
In one conversation today, let the other person finish explaining before you respond.
Ask yourself
Am I willing to listen before sharing what I know?
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.