This went straight to his heart. Such is the effect of remembering one's ancestry! Impelled by it, he took up the serious study of Sanskrit. We should not make light of the piety of women. Where these little drops of piety gather, illustrious children are born. Therefore the Lord says, "I confirm the devotion even of the interested bhakta. I will not confuse him. If he prays with true heart that his illness should go, I will confirm his will to health and cure him of his illness.

No matter with what motive he comes to me, I will welcome him with love." Think of Dhruva. When he was refused a place in his father's lap, his mother told him, "Ask the Lord for a place." Dhruva was absorbed in prayer, and the Lord gave him a fixed abode. (He is the Pole Star). Even if the mind is not desireless, does it matter? The important thing is whom one approaches, from whom one begs. There is greatness in begging from the Lord rather than from the world.

11. Whatever the excuse, enter the temple of bhakti. Though in the beginning you enter it with a motive, you will later become disinterested. Those who conduct Khadi exhibition plead with people, "Do come in and have a look. Look at the fine texture, the bright colors, the beautiful patterns." Once they come in, they are impressed. Bhakti too is like that. Once you enter its temple, you will discover its beauty and power for yourself.

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