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I’ve often heard the warnings and limits, yet that path ever leads to a constant, undivided, blissful realization—the supreme, eternal meaning.
Again and again, the swift warrior in a single chariot, led by divine horses and armed with a bow, faced the sun in battle—the dust stained red with d...
Though victorious, Hari once withdrew and took refuge in water from Jarasandha, the mighty—showing that even a conqueror must sometimes be wary.
One should not repeatedly ask for the same wish or deity’s favor. Even Alayani (Draupadi) married five men after only a single invocation.
One who worships with balanced devotion, unbiased love, and consistent care—his bond with the three gunas remains unhindered like that of a friend.
Due to association with the unattached (or vice versa), even truth can be distorted. One night’s closeness can render even wood a mockery of a bell.
Even a vile ant, by staying near flowers (or the noble), can touch lofty places—like crawling up Shiva’s head and kissing the moon.
A king should never give boons to wicked men. See how Shiva gave a boon to Bhasmasura—and suffered for it.
Sweet words from the wicked can be countered by the noble. But can ketaki pollen bind the ocean? Meaning—some efforts are inherently futile.
Even sweet and cool water boils when it contacts fire. Similarly, good people suffer when they associate with the wicked.
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