Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 9.48
Speaking to Decrease False Pride
“Although the Buddhists are unfit for discussion and should not be seen by Vaiṣṇavas, Caitanya Mahāprabhu spoke to them just to decrease their false pride.”
What the purport teaches
- The translation describes the Buddhists as unfit for discussion.
- It states that Vaiṣṇavas should not see them.
- Nevertheless, Caitanya Mahāprabhu spoke to them specifically to decrease their false pride.
Try this today
Notice one moment today when you want to show superiority, and pause before speaking.
Ask yourself
What false pride might you need to recognize in your own discussions?
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.