Anurag Ras is the famous composition By Shri Narayan Swami, a Rasik Saint of Vrindavan. He has written various couplets in this book dedicated to Shri Radha Krishn and Shri Vrindavan Dham. Its a must-read for the Rasopasna devotees. Writer: Shri Narayan Swami
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Śrī Nārāyaṇa Svāmī teaches, “O jīva! Before looking at the faults of others, first look deeply into your own heart and recognize your own faults. After you have completely purified yourself, if you still find time, then you may concern yourself with others' faults. Truly, one who is sincerely engaged in correcting himself has neither the time nor the right to criticize anyone else.”
Although I was not fortunate enough to take birth in the sacred dust of Vraja, my only desire now is to reside ceaselessly in Śrī Dhāma Vṛndāvana and constantly behold and contemplate upon the enchanting form of the divine Couple, Śrī Rādhā Kṛṣṇa.
Joy and sorrow, like the cycle of day and night, come and go in life without being invited. Therefore, a wise person should remain calm in both situations and continue moving forward on the path without becoming disturbed.
Śrī Nārāyaṇ Swāmī says, "When the mind remains absorbed in pleasures and sensual desires, attached to them night and day, how can one ever hope to cross the vast ocean of worldly existence?"
The play of divine love is the most difficult of all games, and only the truly wise can play it. Sri Narayan Swami says, “Without engaging in this play of love of God, no one can understand what love truly is.”
Sing the glories of Gopal, and let your eyes overflow with tears. Shri Narayan Swami says that until he beholds Shri Krishna, the brother of Balram, his heart cannot find peace even for a single moment.
The narrow path that leads to the supreme abode of divine love is exceedingly difficult. Those who tread it find rest only in moments of intense longing, unconscious states of love, or in shedding tears and heart-wrenching sighs.
One who neither respects nor shelters another living being is worse than a tree—for even a tree selflessly gives shade and bears fruit for others.
The divine couple, Sri Radha Krishna, is the temple of virtues and the source of auspiciousness and happiness. Shri Narayan Swami humbly prays, “O gracious ones, grant me the priceless boon of love at your lotus feet.”
Narayan Swami Ji warns individuals, “Those who prioritize worldly duties over devotion should remember: when your final moment arrives and Yamaraj, the god of death, grasps your arm, try telling him, ‘I don’t have time right now.’ See if he will heed your words then.”
Associating with those who, like bees to a flower, keep their minds constantly attached to the lotus feet of Lord Hari, is always auspicious.
Nanda’s son Shri Krishna and Dasharath's son Shri Ram are the same. Those who claim they are two are ignorant. They both share similar complexions, forms, marks, and symbols; the only notable difference is that Shri Ram's eyes are a little more serious, while Shri Krishna's eyes are more playful.
Wherever the river of love surges, it instantly breaks through the confines of societal modesty and familial decorum.
I humbly sacrifice myself, again and again to the saints whose hearts are devoid of even a trace of ego and are filled with love for all.
One who truly loves Shri Hari is immersed in devotion in such a way that their body and mind are dedicated solely to Shri Hari. Such a person remains untouched by affections for others, regardless of how near or far they may be.
Among all spiritual paths, the path of divine love is unique, for it swiftly leads one to the beloved abode of the Lord.
Until true love manifests within the heart, the bondage of varṇāśrama-dharma, vows, and regulations remains like a noose around the neck. When love arises, these external bindings naturally loosen.
Only a rare and courageous soul can walk upon the path of divine love of the Lord, because on this path every step feels as though pierced by a spear, and every breath feels as though struck by an arrow.
The fence of the injunctions and prohibitions of the Vedas and other scriptures is effortlessly swept away from the heart of one who is deeply smitten with love for the divine Couple, Śrī Śyāma-Śyāma.
Some remain entangled in the obligations of varṇāśrama-dharma—the four varṇas (Brāhmaṇa, Kṣatriya, Vaiśya, and Śūdra) and the four āśramas (student life, householder life, retirement, and renunciation)—while others waste their lives absorbed in rules, prohibitions, vows, and religious observances. Rare indeed are those fortunate souls in whose hearts the seed of divine love has awakened, and who lovingly adore Śrī Rādhā-Kṛṣṇa through love.
