Musk-deer carry in themselves the odour of musk; but though it belongs to them, they are not conscious of it. Lucky men buy it for a price; but the deer, who carry it as a burden, are killed for its sake. The chakora bird satisfies its thirst with the nectar of the moon; the bee feeds on sweet odours. Experts gain their knowledge from examples like these; even as a jewel is appreciated by the jeweller’s eye. What would be the use of putting it in a blind man’s hand? It would be wasted, as a pearl would be wasted, says Tuka.
The best of all places, a scene of delight, is any place where you remember God’s feet. Be it a forest or a house, lonely or crowded, there the spirit is at peace. Blessed is that time, a very stream of joy, which is spent in contemplating Govinda. Be assured, says Tuka, by the aid of Narayana, that is a time of true gain, a time of good fortune, a halcyon time.
The best of all places, a scene of delight, is any place where you remember God’s feet. Be it a forest or a house, lonely or crowded, there the spirit is at peace. Blessed is that time, a very stream of joy, which is spent in contemplating Govinda. Be assured, says Tuka, by the aid of Narayana, that is a time of true gain, a time of good fortune, a halcyon time.