The Yoga of Devotion

Krishna continues describing the qualities of devotees, emphasizing perfect equanimity and contentment. 'Tulya-nindā-stutir maunī'—equal in blame and praise (tulya-nindā-stutiḥ), silent (maunī). 'Santuṣṭo yena kenacit'—content (santuṣṭaḥ) with anything (yena kenacit). 'Aniketaḥ sthiramatiḥ'—without fixed abode (aniketaḥ), firm in mind (sthiramatiḥ). 'Bhaktimān me priyo naraḥ'—devoted (bhaktimān), dear (priyaḥ) to Me (me), such a person (naraḥ). This verse describes a devotee who is unaffected by praise or blame, remains silent and contemplative, is content with whatever comes, is detached from fixed places, has a firm mind, and is devoted. This is the culmination of the qualities: perfect equanimity, contentment, and devotion. The result is clear: such a devotee is dear to Krishna.