By Ananta dasi and Karuna Dharini dasi
All of us who had the good fortune to know Yasoda Priya Devi Dasi will eagerly testify to her excellent character and deep devotion. Once, when asked how one could recognize a true devotee of Krishna, Prabhupada said, "He is a perfect gentleman." Prabhupada would agree that one can similarly recognize a true Vaiṣṇavī by her character as an unfailing lady. Yasoda-priya exemplified that quality by which one can recognize a true Vaiṣṇavi. The glory of Prabhupada's Krishna consciousness movement shines through on occasions like this, for we realize that the Lord's faithful, loving servant receives countless blessings upon leaving this world. Thus, even as we mourn the loss of the company of the Lord's dear servant, we celebrate the transcendental servant's great fortune at the lotus feet of Śrī Kṛṣṇa.
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