Is it compulsory to have a full consciousness that he must shave his head?

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"Is it compulsory to have a full consciousness that he must shave his head"

1973 Conversations and Morning Walks

No, no. This is formality. But he must be prepared to observe formality also. But if it is very much objectionable, sometimes we excuse.

Room Conversation with Indian Guests -- July 11, 1973, London:

Prabhupāda: You don't eat meat?

Guest (5): Nothing. No drink, no...

Prabhupāda: Ah, very good boy. (break)

Prabhupāda: ...ready to sacrifice your hair?

Guest (5): Well, I had it before.

Guest (2): Not yet. (laughter)

Guest (1): Is it compulsory to have a full consciousness that he must shave his head?

Prabhupāda: No, no. This is formality. But he must be prepared to observe formality also. But if it is very much objectionable, sometimes we excuse.