sa tayā śraddhayā yuktas tasyārādhanam īhate labhate ca tataḥ kāmān mayaiva vihitān hi tān
"Endowed with that faith, they worship that deity and obtain their desires—but those desires are actually granted by Me alone."
What This Means:
With faith, people worship their chosen deity and get what they want. But here's the key: those blessings actually come from Krishna, working through that deity. He's the real power behind all divine response.
Going Deeper:
The demigods are like department heads; Krishna is the CEO. When an employee gets a bonus from their department, it ultimately comes from the company. No deity grants anything independent of Krishna's will.
How To Apply This:
Whatever spiritual practice works for you, recognize the ultimate source behind it. The blessing you receive through any path comes from the same divine origin. Honor your path while recognizing its source.
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