"Humility and obedience are the qualities of a devotee. Excessive humility that often goes with devotion might act as a barrier in forging the spirit of intimacy with God which is so vital for attaining Atmajnana or Supreme Wisdom. On the other hand, close friendship and excessive familiarity might make a person take undue liberties. For these reasons, Krishna referred to Arjuna as both "devotee" and "friend" or one in whom friendship is enriched by humility and devotion is tempered by intimacy. As Arjuna was both a devotee as well as a friend of the Lord, he was the most deserving recipient of the Bhagavad Gita."
~ Sri Sathya Sai Baba ~
(Sanathana Sarathi - Jan. 1999)
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