We should hear the offenses as if they were warning signs. Like the caution signs on the road warn us of the sharp turns and sudden bumps on the road. We may think that all we have to do is remain on the road, but if you miss the signs that indicate curves, we might drive straight and fall off the road. So, we have to pay attention to stay on course. Similarly if you want to maintain your taste in devotional service, continue chanting but don’t ignore the ten offenses. Hearing the offenses recited should make us cautious about commiting them. This will help us travel a smoother road.
(SB 3.29.9 Dnepropetrovsk, June 1996)