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When, through dedication and consistent application of important spiritual lessons, the guru-chela (or student-teacher) relationship has blossomed and the chela has shown himself to be trustworthy, he becomes a friend of the master. Of course, the friendship between student and teacher in their respective roles is already well-established, but now the friend becomes a co-worker with the master. He becomes a true companion, helping to bear the master’s cross, as well as the burden of his light. You see, the master needs true, reliable friends. And when the chela has demonstrated his willing
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