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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 9.34

The Holy Name’s Glories Are Unlimited

“According to this statement of the śāstras, the glories of the holy name of Kṛṣṇa are unlimited. Still I could not chant His holy name. Please hear the reason for this.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 9.34, translation

What the purport teaches

  • According to the śāstras, the glories of the holy name of Kṛṣṇa are unlimited.
  • The speaker acknowledges these glories, yet says that he could not chant Kṛṣṇa’s holy name.
  • He asks to be heard as he explains the reason.

Try this today

Read the statement about the holy name’s unlimited glories slowly, then spend a moment chanting Kṛṣṇa’s name.

Ask yourself

What do I notice about the difference between recognizing the holy name’s glories and actually chanting?

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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