Om

 

The position of an acharya is dangerous. It is full of temptations. Therefore, a strong, sincere indomitable desire for the upper aspiration of Krsna consciousness is the indispensable necessity in an acharya.

For one who has monarchy over men and money, it is very difficult to maintain a position as a servitor. The ego of mastership which is generally found within all of us comes to attack the guru.

To become a guru, to capture the position of a guru, the respect of guru, that is one thing; to discharge the duty is another. Sincerity is necessary. This is of course difficult. There is no doubt that it is difficult; if one is unsuccessful, he will be lost, and others will also be lost.