An individual may be an ideal in one particular sphere. But it is rare to find one who, in all spheres — social, political, spiritual, and economic - is able to guide being an ideal. When we take an overview of our ancient history, we find that Krishna was one such rare individual. He could be regarded as an ideal for the entire world. Truly, if we want to comprehend these ideal aspects of Krishna, we have to push aside, to some extent, the Divinity present in Him and concentrate on the human aspects of His life and work. So long as we concentrate on His divine aspects, the good human qualities in Him will not come to our attention in the proper perspective. Today people are prepared to worship man; but they are not prepared to understand man. Understanding the kind of divine strength that is present in human beings is possible only if we attempt to do so through human nature.

- Summer Roses on Blue Mountains 1976, Ch 4.