Tukaram, Poem 283

He calls himself his worshippers’ debtor; he
Is ever grateful to them. By singing his
praises we have induced the formless to assume a
form. So the Lord of Pandhari fulfils to each his
desire; He has presented himself to his devotees to
pay off his debt of gratitude. Narayana was born
for the Rishi Amba’s sake; such is his love of de-
votion that He serves his servant. In obeying their
commands He hesitates not; he became a door-
keeper in the house of Bali. He is deeply grateful
for devotion; He finds no resort away from them.
He who is Lord of the world trains the steeds
in Arjuna’s chariot. Such is his grateful love of
devotion that He follows his worshipper’s heels;
at Pundalika’s door He stands with even feet on
the brick; He never stirs, but stands still with his
hand upon his hip. He is subject to faith and
devotion; truly is He called Lord of the humble.
Tuka therefore lies and embraces his feet without
moving.