Quote from Prem Prakash, The Yoga of Spiritual Devotion A Modern Translation of the Narada Bhakti Sutras
Relinquishing selfish wants, one is free to allow others to travel their own paths under the will of God. (18)
The Yoga of Spiritual Devotion A Modern Translation of the Narada Bhakti Sutras
Quote from Prem Prakash, The Yoga of Spiritual Devotion A Modern Translation of the Narada Bhakti Sutras
Every organized religion holds that certain behaviors, rituals, personalities, places, and/or books are sacred. These organized teachings are proper in their own place, but they are mere options for the one infused with devotion. To such a one, God is direct and spontaneous, providing him with an immediate source of guidance and direction. His relationship with God is not mediated through anyone or anything. (104)
Quote from Prem Prakash, The Yoga of Spiritual Devotion A Modern Translation of the Narada Bhakti Sutras
The yogi can relate to his Beloved in the form of a personal relationship-as a friend, a child, a spouse. He can cherish God in traditional religious performancesāhonoring saints, holy sites, and scriptures. He can hold God dear in the form of unionāas his own Self, or in samadhi. All forms of God are equally suitable for love. (165)
Quote from Prem Prakash, The Yoga of Spiritual Devotion A Modern Translation of the Narada Bhakti Sutras
What is important is not the specific manner in which God is worshiped but the degree to which the devotee is filled with love. (48-49)
Quote from Prem Prakash, The Yoga of Spiritual Devotion A Modern Translation of the Narada Bhakti Sutras
If oneās life is so unsatisfying that an unhealthy activity brings a shred of happiness, it is nigh impossible to give it up unless something that brings greater happiness can be enjoyed in its stead. (28)