How is the ideal bond between a Guru and a disciple described in the teachings?

The teachings use a powerful metaphor to describe the ideal bond between a Guru and a disciple. As detailed in Chapter 45, this relationship should mirror the singular, boundless love a chaste and devoted wife, or 'Pativrata', has for her husband. For such a wife, her husband is her only lifelong support, and she never considers another in his place. Similarly, a disciple should feel this same singular devotion and love toward the Guru's feet. This metaphor highlights the exclusivity and depth of commitment required on the spiritual path, although the text also notes that a true disciple knows the love for a Guru is ultimately without limits.