According to the wisdom in Chapter 45, a disciple's love for their Guru should be singular and exclusive, much like the love a chaste and devoted wife (Pativrata) has for her husband. Just as she respects others but her heart is solely with her husband, a disciple should feel the same singular devotion toward the Guru's feet. The text uses this as a metaphor but clarifies that the love for a Guru is even greater and has no limits. A true disciple understands the greatness of this bond, where the Guru is the only lifelong support for their spiritual journey.
What is the ideal way a disciple should love their Guru, according to the teachings?
📖 Chapter 45