Satisfying Krishna
Jul 10th, 2010
Q. How do you determine if Krishna is satisfied. The test is performed by way of your spiritual master: If your spiritual master is satisfied, then Krishna is. What if I am not initiated yet and don’t have a spiritual master? Who do I look to, to see if I’m satisfying Krishna? – Asita Albert,Fort Kent, Maine
A. To accept initiation from a spiritual master is required for steady progress in spiritual life. But if you accept Srila Prabhupada’s teachings even before initiation (as well as after), then he is also your spiritual master—technically called siksha-guru, or instructing guru. By following his instructions, as received through his books, disciples, and grand-disciples, you undoubtedly satisfy him, and Krishna is satisfied.