Bhakt Ahin Bahu Bhanti Ke, Tinamen Bahutak Bhed.
Binu Vivek Milibau Tahaun, Man Pavai Ati Khed.
- Shri Dhruvadas Ji, Bayalis Lila, Man Shiksha Lila (25)
There are many types of devotees of the Lord, and there are also many distinctions in their bhāvas—such as dāsya, sakhya, and so forth. Therefore, a sādhaka who associates with others without understanding these gradations among devotees must first, with careful discernment, choose an association that is compatible with his own bhakti-bhāva; otherwise, in the end, he will only meet with regret.
Binu Vivek Milibau Tahaun, Man Pavai Ati Khed.
- Shri Dhruvadas Ji, Bayalis Lila, Man Shiksha Lila (25)
There are many types of devotees of the Lord, and there are also many distinctions in their bhāvas—such as dāsya, sakhya, and so forth. Therefore, a sādhaka who associates with others without understanding these gradations among devotees must first, with careful discernment, choose an association that is compatible with his own bhakti-bhāva; otherwise, in the end, he will only meet with regret.