Imitation and Following
Many people mistake ‘imitation’ to be ‘following’. These two words are not the same. To play the role of Narada in a play is ‘imitation’ but to follow the path of devotion according to Narada Muni is ‘following’.
Falling into Great Difficulty
Those who mistake dishonesty to be honesty (or a crook to be saint) will fall into great difficulty, as a person who tries to cheat an iron-smith by supplying him bad steel.
The Difference
Although the activities of a devotee and the misdemeanor of a pseudo- devotee appear to be alike, there is a heaven and hell difference – like milk and limewater.
Things Favourable to Develop Devotion to Lord Hari
This material nature, which is averse to the Supreme Personality of Godhead, is an examination hall. Tolerance, humbleness, appreciation of others, etc., are favorable to develop our devotion to Hari.