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heat and the dangers of snakes, animals and insects.
She tolerated all the discomforts of reclusive life in
the wild. This is an example of sincere determination.
It is said, “Those who are on this path are resolute
in purpose and their aim is one.” (Bg 2.41) One who
attains knowledge of God becomes determined to
serve the Lord with love and devotion. Along with
this knowledge comes the strong desire to renounce
the material conception of life which prompts one to
believe they are the controller and enjoyer of material
objects and people. In spiritual consciousness one
develops the conviction that by patiently cultivating
Krishna consciousness one will be elevated to the
highest perfection of life, pure love of God.

Vedavati gives up the material
conception of life

Vedavati withdrew Herself from a comfortable life
to live in the mountains, wearing a simple deerskin,
while undergoing austerities for thousands of years.
This is an example of sincere devotion directed
towards the goal of ob- taining the favor of Lord
Krishna. To accomplish such a noble goal, one needs
to have unflinching faith that God exists and one can
eventually see Him by humble and steady service
in devotion without asking for any material benefit.

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