Serving Krishna
As a kshatriya has no problems while taking the wounds on his chest. similarly a devotee has no problems taking wounds while serving Krishna.
Real Love
Real love means service devoted to the welfare of another person, even if the person is inimical towards us. That is the test of love.
Cause of Distress
The endeavor for material happiness inevitably is a cause of distress.
Lecture on "Memories of my youth" – 27th OCT'06 – DXB
Developing Qualities
If you want to develop a particular quality, then serve the devotee who has that quality.
Planning
If you fail to plan, you plan to fail.
Honoring The Spiritual Master As Much As The Supreme Lord
The spiritual master is to be honored as much as the Supreme Lord, because he is the most confidential servitor of the Lord. This is acknowledged in all revealed scriptures and followed by all authorities.