Verse

api cet su-durācāro bhajate mām ananya-bhāk
sādhur eva sa mantavyaḥ samyag vyavasito hi saḥ

Word-by-Word Meaning

Sanskrit	English Meaning
api	even if
cet	although
su-durācāraḥ	very sinful, badly behaved
bhajate	engages in devotion
mām	Me (Sri Krishna)
ananya-bhāk	exclusively, without deviation
sādhuḥ	saintly person
eva	certainly
saḥ	he
mantavyaḥ	is to be considered
samyak	properly, rightly
vyavasitaḥ	situated with determination
hi	indeed
saḥ	he

Translation

“Even if one commits the most abominable action, if he is engaged in devotional service, he is to be considered saintly because he is properly situated in determination.”

Aim

To understand that devotion to Sri Krishna transforms even a sinful person into saintly when practiced with determination and exclusivity.

Objectives

• To reflect on how devotion can transform a person.
• To understand why Sri Krishna calls a devotee saintly despite faults.
• To consider the importance of determination in bhakti.
• To explore the power of exclusive devotion to Sri Krishna.
• To reflect on Sri Krishna’s merciful vision of His devotees.

Application in Life

• Never lose hope:
  Even if struggling with faults, continue practicing bhakti. Sri Krishna values sincerity more than perfection, and devotion itself brings transformation.
• Stay determined:
  Cultivate unwavering determination to serve Sri Krishna despite obstacles. Such determination ensures steady purification.
• Practice exclusivity:
  Dedicate devotion only to Sri Krishna, avoiding distractions or divided focus. Exclusive surrender draws His special mercy.
• Trust His mercy:
  Remember that Sri Krishna sees the heart and intention, not past mistakes. His compassion redefines you as saintly when you remain devoted.

Simple Takeaway

Sri Krishna assures that even if a devotee appears sinful, his sincerity and determination in exclusive devotion make him saintly. Bhakti purifies faults, and Sri Krishna’s merciful vision guarantees transformation.