Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 6.80
Authorized Ācāryas Provide Proof
“The disciples of Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya retaliated, “By what evidence do you conclude that Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is the Supreme Lord?””
What the purport teaches
- The disciples of Sārvabhauma Bhaṭṭācārya challenged the conclusion that Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu is the Supreme Lord.
- They asked what evidence supported that conclusion.
- Gopīnātha Ācārya replied that the statements of authorized ācāryas are proof. These ācāryas understand the Supreme Personality of Godhead.
Try this today
Write the disciples’ question and summarize Gopīnātha Ācārya’s answer in your own words.
Ask yourself
What makes the testimony of authorized ācāryas significant in this exchange?
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.