Respect

The yogi who, having attained unity, worships me dwelling in all beings, remains in me, regardless of his way of life.

It is far better to live in this world on alms than to slay these great and noble teachers. For if I kill them, though they hunger for worldly gain, all pleasures I would taste in life would be stained with their blood.

Arjuna said: O Madhusudana, O destroyer of enemies, how can I shoot arrows in battle against Bhishma and Drona, who are worthy of my deepest reverence?

Do not be negligent in your duties to the gods and the ancestors. Regard your mother as a deity. Regard your father as a deity. Regard your teacher as a deity. Regard the guest as a deity. Perform only those actions that are blameless, not others. Follow those of our deeds that are praiseworthy and worthy of emulation.

One who regards all creatures as himself, is restrained, pure, and free from egoism, is considered to be emancipated from everything.

There is nothing more worthy of respect by kings than punishment, which shows the path of righteousness.

Regardless of their inherent nature, these things cannot help him love God as much as the smallest act of living faith and hope, which is done with selflessness and detachment from all things.

Oh, revered sir, I haven't yet achieved devotion to Krishna. This life is wasted without it. Please tell me, where is Krishna? How can I find him? Bless me with the dust of your feet so that I can realize the divine one with the garland of wildflowers around his neck.

Those who are solely devoted to serving the Guru, even without mastery of the Vedic scriptures, are declared to be true renunciates; all others merely wear the outward garb.

You stayed three nights in my home unfed, O venerable Brahmin guest. Salutation to you. Choose therefore three boons — may all be well with me.

A person of little understanding, in whose house a Brahmin guest fasts without being honored, will lose all their hopes, expectations, gains, good deeds, truthful words, dug wells, offered sacrifices, sons, and cattle.

He sings the wonderful deeds of Lord Rama with loving reverence; the swans with pure minds, who live in that lake, all listen to the story.

They are the source of kindness and other virtues. They feel sad when they see others in distress and are happy when they see others happy. They are calm, and they don't consider anyone as their enemy. They are free from pride and passion, and they have control over greed, anger, joy, and fear. They are gentle and compassionate towards those in distress, and they have pure devotion to me in their thoughts, words, and actions. They show respect to everyone and are humble themselves. I love such people as I love my own life. They have no personal interests, but they are dedicated to my name and are full of peace, calmness, humility, and good humor.

Then the Lord of the Raghus called all his companions and said: 'Pay respects to my guru, the sage Vasistha, who is revered by our entire family.'

Listen, you unfortunate one: a younger brother's wife, a sister, a daughter-in-law, and one's own daughter - these four are to be treated with equal respect.

I tell you, dear sage, the qualities of saints that make them master over me. They have mastered the six passions (lust, anger, greed, infatuation, pride, and jealousy), are sinless, disinterested, firm, detached, pure (inside and out), full of bliss, wise, desireless, moderate in their diet, truthful, inspired, knowledgeable, and united with God. They are cautious, honor others, free from pride, strong-willed, and well-versed in the path of righteousness.

A man lacking in Devotion is of no more worth than a cloud without water, regardless of his caste, kinship, lineage, piety, reputation, wealth, physical strength, family, accomplishments, and ability.

Whatever the Lord gives, I accept with reverence; now, give me what is pleasing to you.

Those who recite this hymn with reverence will undoubtedly attain your abode and gain devotion to your feet at the same time.

I reverence You, who are so fond of Your devotees, compassionate and gentle of disposition