kailasa 0 Report post Posted August 10, 2003 "A kaniсцha-adhikдrй guru, one who is simply attached to performing religious ceremonies and worshiping the Deity, without appreciation for other Vaiслavas, especially those who are preaching the message of the Lord, will especially appeal to persons interested in the dry cultivation of knowledge. As a living entity develops mundane piety, he proudly devotes himself to regulated work and nobly tries to detach himself from the fruits of his work. Through such regulated detached work, knowledge or wisdom gradually arises. As knowledge or wisdom becomes prominent, the pious materialist becomes attracted to altruistic and charitable work and gives up gross sinful activities. If he is fortunate, he then becomes favorable to the transcendental devotional service of the Lord. Desiring a mere intellectual understanding of devotional service, such a pious materialist may seek shelter at the feet of a kaniсцha-adhikдrй. " Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
