TIIIS was my desire and I have gained my uttermost longing. What I have gained is Narayana, as it were; a gain imperishable, uncloying. I will not loose my hold of his feet; what a great thing I have gained at the cost of this life ! Where can such a shelter be found ? My merit has bestowed it on me. An illusion has passed over me; my spirit strayed; I was caught in the snare of the world; it was well that my eyes were opened. Now let me attain to this faith, let no unsteadiness overtake me; to this end I implore thy compassion, O merciful one, O giver of the world. Now will my mind comprehend thee itself; how many a blow keeps* it from thee; shame and prosperity stand hostile in the path. These holy men have taken pity on me; they have adorned my speech. They have created in me a love of thy praises; Tuka throws himself at their feet.