In the modern world, where social recognition is often seen as the measure of success, the ability to keep a clear mind is an invaluable quality. When we free ourselves from attachment to worldly fame, feedback—whether in the form of praise or criticism—ceases to be an emotional ordeal and becomes an objective source of information for personal growth.
Preliminary praise, expressed through words of admiration to the Creator before the commencement of prayer, truly constitutes genuine service to God. In one of the lessons presented in the source "739_3690.txt," it is emphasized that it is through words of prayer, which express praise, that the believer opens his heart and acknowledges that all blessings come from God. It states:
In the context of religious practice, the expressions of praise for Krishna and Shiva reflect a deep recognition of their unique cosmic functions and roles in the Hindu pantheon. On one hand, the worship of Shiva, as described in the source (1400_6997.txt), is associated with his aspect as a destroyer and transformer: “Shiva is the Hindu god who belongs to the triad of principal deities, the Trimurti. Shiva’s main function is destructive; he is the god of death and destruction… Shiva drank the poison capable of burning and poisoning the entire universe… The cult and image of Shiva are fearsome. His retinue consists of Pramathas—evil spirits residing in cemeteries and feeding on human flesh.” Here, the significance of his image as a force that brings renewal through destruction is evident, along with his connection to the ascetic path, which is reflected in the profound rituals and practices of worship.
Yes, this section can indeed be seen as a symbolic depiction of the struggle within the divine plan. In it, the author reflects on the celestial moral order, where order in the spiritual realm is achieved precisely because one of the first spirits, having discovered the source of evil within itself, disrupts the harmony. This rebellion results in a conflict between those destined for the immortal realm of praise and those who take the side of evil. Thus, it presents itself as an arena where the confrontation between demonic entities and potential angels mirrors the fundamental spiritual battle embedded in the Creator's design.