In addition to surrendering to the Guru, Chapter 37 describes several beautiful and symbolic acts of devotion that help a devotee overcome fear by experiencing the Divine presence. These practices engage the devotee's love and faith. The text advises one to prepare a "throne of firm faith," apply the "sandalwood paste of pure love" to the Lord's forehead, and clothe Him in the "yellow silk of devotion." By bathing the Lord with one's "tears of joy" and binding the "waistband of devotion" around Him, the devotee creates an intimate connection. Through this total offering of oneself with love, the Lord manifests, and in that state of non-dual union, fear has no place to exist.
What specific acts of devotion are described to help a follower experience the Divine and become fearless?
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