Divine Couple are inseparable

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A deep study of scriptural

literature under the guidance of expert and able

commentators will provide a clear picture of the

nature of a human being, the supreme powers of God

and the relationship between the two. Since it is

possible that each work may present different

interpretations on the same subject, it is necessary for

an ardent devotee to approach suitable guides. By

virtue of their austerities and their strict adherence

to the code of conduct prescribed in scriptures and by

their uninterrupted service to God, these scholars gain

knowledge which others may not be able to obtain or

retain. But these teachers are being ridiculed as

orthodox and old fashioned, not aligning themselves

with modern trends. What should be remembered is

that they follow the tradition established by previous

Acharyas and at the same time do not inflict their

views on others. The holy texts reflect God's qualities

and religious leaders render various shades of

commentaries, which a recipient student can absorb to

the extent he can. Many of our ancient books dwell on

the theme of the Divine Mother's compassion to

devotees and Acharyas have gone through them to

establish how She wields the same power as the Lord

and how They are inseparable.

 

In one of the hymns in praise of the Divine Mother, Sri

Sthuthi, Sri Vedanta Desika has brought out the mercy

extended by Her to devotees. Other Acharyas have also

focussed in their outpourings about Her incomparable

attributes. In a discourse, Sri V. Srivatsankacharya

referred to an incident when Goddess Lakshmi

showered gold coins on an appeal on behalf of a poor

boy. Granting that the Lord feels somewhat hesitant to

admit a devotee into His fold, the Divine Mother will

recommend to Him to ignore his mistakes. The Divine

Couple hold identical views. The Ramayana reveals

Their grief when They were separated. Ravana, who

abducted Sita thus leaving Rama alone, was punished.

Surpanaka, who had an eye only on Rama, was maimed

and Vibhishana, who was blessed by both, was crowned.

When child Dhruva was meditating on God in the dense

forest, the Divine Mother saw to it that beasts, fire or

rain did not hinder him. Before the Divine Couple,

devotees are treated alike. Even today, in temples,

holy water and " Satari " are served on all those present

to worship Them, without any distinction whatsoever.

 

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