who are devotees?

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Devotees means who are following the regulative principles. One cannot be

independent and at the same time become a devotee because all devotional

activities are based on surrender. So in the association of devotees we

learn this important item -- how to surrender, but if we keep our

independence and try to become devotees, that is not possible.

 

.....To associate with me you are always welcome but

not with your independence. That will not help me or you.

 

>>> Ref. VedaBase => Letter to: Rayarama -- Bombay 22 October, 1971