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Category:Study Very Carefully

Theme Analysis

This category reveals Śrīla Prabhupāda's absolute insistence that the Kṛṣṇa consciousness movement is not based on cheap sentiment, but is a profound spiritual science that must be approached with rigorous intellectual integrity. He repeatedly instructs his disciples, leaders, and the general public to study the philosophy very carefully through authorized literatures like the Bhagavad-gītā and Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam. Such careful study is the only way to correctly understand the absolute nature of God, to apply spiritual principles practically in all spheres of life, and to elevate human society above an animalistic existence. Furthermore, for those who are preaching this message, careful study is the mandatory foundation; it equips them to answer all questions convincingly, avoids the danger of mental concoction, and ensures the pristine transmission of the Absolute Truth.

  • A Scientific Philosophy, Not Sentiment: Kṛṣṇa consciousness is a deep science (vijñānam). To practice it correctly, one must study the philosophy very carefully and avoid superficial or sentimental understandings.
  • Understanding the Absolute Nature of God: Careful study allows the practitioner to comprehend how the Supreme Lord acts, distinguishing His absolute, transcendental position from the workings of material nature and the conditioned living entities.
  • Equipping the Preacher: Śrīla Prabhupāda mandates that all leaders and preachers must study carefully so they can pass examinations, answer all questions authoritatively, and preach successfully without inventing new concocted philosophies.
  • Practical Application and Purification: By scrutinizingly studying the prescribed books alongside strict chanting and following regulative principles, devotees learn how to diminish offenses and practically apply spiritual solutions to all material problems.

Pages in category "Study Very Carefully"

The following 31 pages are in this category, out of 31 total.