So, we should not be like either. We should not be like the monkey and think that by our effort we can, by our sadhana we can have krsna-prema or Krsna’s mercy. But, without mercy, we cannot do anything. But if you depend only on mercy, doing nothing like a kitten, then there will also be no result. Both should be there…
One-pointedly give your everything to hear from them and be very strong and determine, “I will follow them.” You can only do this. Krsna’s mercy is independent. If He sees that a devotee is sincere, He will give His mercy. But His mercy doesn’t depend on your practice…
Srila Gurudeva: Gurudeva never wants any money or anything. But it may be that the servant is not so high-class and he may accept some money from the disciple. But actually, he has no need of all these things. What does he want? He wants that he should know what is pure love and affection…