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Sadhu and Bhakti
Those who, knowing or not knowing, “who I am, what I am and how much and what sort I am,” worship Me with their mind and heart not drawn to any one else, are in My opinion the best of My devotees.
To see, touch and worship My symbols or images and My devotees, to serve and adore them; the humble recital of My glory and of My deeds; intense eagerness and faith in listening to My stories, meditating on Me, offering oneself in My service; the recounting of My births and work, the observance of My special days, festivities in My temples with songs, dance and instrumental music in company; processions, making offerings of worship on all special days of the year, initiation according to Vedic rites and to keep vows in My honour; enthusiasm in installing My images for worship and endeavour with his own means or with others help in constructing gardens, parks, orchards, playgrounds, and temples, dedicated to Me; to do service in My temple like a servant such as sweeping, washing and decorating it with figures and drawings; to be free from pride and hypocrisy; not bragging but keeping silent about his own good deeds, not using even a light offered to Me for any private purpose or selfish ends - these are the sure ways for obtaining My grace and eternal bliss. These are the indications of Bhakti. These will instil devotion in one’s heart.
Whatever is most desired by the people in general and whatever is intensely liked by oneself should be offered to Me. That offering will tend to everlasting good or infinite results.
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