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4. Repeat The Meaning In Our Own Words
“When we will learn something, we have to repeat it, even in material things. And what to speak of spiritual?” (Lecture New York, 1966 Bhagavad-gita 2.55-56)
“So one who is spreading krishna-upadesa, simply repeat what is said by Krishna, then you become acarya. Not difficult at all. Everything is stated there. We have to simply repeat like parrot. Not exactly parrot. Parrot does not understand the meaning; he simply vibrates. But you should understand the meaning also; otherwise how you can explain?” (Lecture CC Adi 1.13, April 7, 1975)
“To hear and explain them is more important than reading them. One can assimilate the knowledge of the revealed scriptures only by hearing and explaining. Hearing is called sravana, and explaining is called kirtana. The two processes of sravana and kirtana are of primary importance to progressive spiritual life. Only one who has properly grasped the transcendental knowledge from the right source by submissive hearing can properly explain the subject.” SB 1.1.6 purport
“Hearing is solidified by the process of chanting. One who has perfectly heard from the perfect source becomes convinced about the all-pervading Personality of Godhead and thus becomes enthusiastic in glorifying the Lord.” SB 2.2.36 purport
“Just read from my books and try and explain the meaning in your own words.” Srila Prabhupada letter to Sudama, 26.01.1973
Passive hearing does not help comprehension. We must hear actively, which means hearing, thinking about, and then repeating in our own words what we understood. In this way, our association with Srila Prabhupada’s books will bear fruit.
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