Prabhupada was encouraging and affectionate in his dealings with
Dipak, who now served as Melbourne temple's full-time pujari. Dipak,
in turn, reciprocated by trying to render menial service. He was in
the habit of daily bringing Srila Prabhupada offered articles from the
morning Deity worship -- garlands, tulasi leaves, and other sacred
items.
Dipak had a couple of personal, questions. "Srila Prabhupada," he
asked nervously, "could you give me the secret to spiritual
advancement?" Dipak was hoping for a mystical, esoteric answer.
"Yes," replied Prabhupada gravely. "chant the holy name, 16 rounds
every day. Never stop chanting, and you are guaranteed spiritual
advancement."
Dipak had one more question. "Srila Prabhupada, what can I do for you?"
Prabhupada's answer was completely satisfying. "Your service
attitude," he said, "is enough."
- From "The Great Transcendental Adventure" by HG Kurma Prabhu
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