Just as there is a prescribed minimum qualification for every profession, the minimum qualification for Grace is surrender of egoism, control over senses and regulated food and recreation. A man is made or marred by the company one keeps. A bad person who gets into a good company is able to shed his evil quickly and shine forth in virtue. Sacred books are also equally valuable for this transformation. The books have to be read and pondered upon and their lessons have to be put into daily practice.

- Divine Discourse, September 27, 1965.

There is no weapon in this world, more effective than patience. - Baba