Bhakti and Worldly Love
J-'s mother grew old. She thought it was high time that she should retire from the world and spend the evening of her life peacefully in Brindavan. She expressed her intention to Sri Ramakrishna.
But the Master knew the condition of her mind too well to endorse her proposal, and answered as follows:
"You are very fond of your son's daughter. The thought of the child will force itself upon you and make you restless, wherever you go. You may live in Brindavan if you like, but your mind will always hover about your home.
On the other hand, all the good of living in Brindavan will come of its own accord to you, if you cultivate the feeling of sweet affection for your grand-daughter, in the thought that she is Sri Radhika herself. Fondle her just as much as you are wont to do; feed and dress her to your heart's
content; but always think within yourself that through those acts you are offering your worship to the goddess of Brindavan."
- Sayings of Sri Ramakrishna. 755
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