Question

a small paragraph on devotion

Answer 1

 

Devotion is the easiest way to get liberation. If god is "simple" and easily approachable as our spiritual guides tell us, why then the numerous sacred texts, which project His qualities, are complicated, giving scope for divergent commentaries and even for criticism by some?

These works will appear tough and controversial only to an ordinary individual but even he can get enlightened when the contents are properly analysed and presented for those who are keen to approach god.

The Gita and Sri Madhwacharya's commentary on it resolve the apparent inconsistencies therein, spelling out the theme relating to obtaining liberation, which a struggling soul will be keen to secure. What then is the easiest and effective means to be adopted to seek liberation is die question that may arise in many minds as they have before them several avenues.

"Devotion to god with intense faith, sincerity and love" is the simplest way and how to cultivate it is described almost elaborately in the Gita, in which innumerable episodes are added to demonstrate god's merciful qualities.

Answer 2

Definition of devotion1a : religious fervor : pietyb : an act of prayer or private worship —usually used in plural during his morning devotions: a religious exercise or practice other than the regular corporate (see corporate 2) worship of a congregation2a : the act of dedicating something to a cause, enterprise, or activity : the act of devoting the devotion of a great deal of time and energyb : the fact or state of being ardently dedicated and loyal herdevotion to the cause filial devotion: the object of one's devotion