The guru's gracious acceptance of disciples' heartfelt offering embodies the sacred bond of devotional service.Listen — Srila Prabhupada Uvaca
Presentation Excerpt — July 23, 1973, London 730723AP-LONDON [01:12 Minutes] Excerpt_730723AP-LONDON Guild member: ...here are made of a very inferior metal, in fact in lead. But we couldn't think anything better than having this badge made for you in solid gold, twenty-four carat. And hereby we present it on behalf of the members of the Guild to you, our most beloved leader.
Devotees: All glories to Śrīla Prabhupāda.
Prabhupāda: How it is to be used? Guild member: Just like this, m'Lord. Has a pin on it.
Prabhupāda: Oh, I see. Thank you. Hmm. [aside:] Betiye, saheb.
Devotee: [quietly to Prabhupāda] Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, First Canto, first volume.
Devotee: [indistinct] Part One. Part One.