"The scriptures declare that a neophyte Vaisnava (one who is almost a Vaisnava) can chant in the stage of namabhasa, the clearing stage. A madhyama- Vaisnava is worthy of chanting the pure name: therefore he must always carefully avoid the offenses or namaparadha. The uttama-Vaisnava can never commit any offense, because he perceives Lord Krsna everywhere.

"Now, every sadhaka must consider these points calmly and reflect upon his real position. First, he must stop sadhu-ninda. Then he should chant with firm faith, according to his status as a Vaisnava. It is therefore essential that he recognize his own position. The devotee's activities should center around association with sadhus, service to sadhus, the chanting of the holy name and a constant attitude of compassion for all living entities.

If you erroneously identify yourself with your body, you will conclude that your existence will end with the destruction of your body. But if you know that you are the eternal self within the body, you know that your existence will not end when your body dies.
Jagad Guru Speaks

Remedies for sadhu-ninda

"If anyone offends a sadhu in a moment of delusion and madness, he must fall at the sadhu's feet and repent bitterly; weeping and full of contrition, he must beg forgiveness. He should declare himself a fallen wretch in need of a Vaisnava's grace. A sadhu is very merciful; his heart will soften and he will embrace the offender, thus exonerating him from his offenses.

"I offer this explanation of the first of ten namaparadhas at Your lotus feet."

One who is like a bumblebee attracted to the lotus feet of Srila Haridasa Thakura will find the power of life itself in this Harinama Cintamani.