शबरी पर कृपा, नवधा भक्ति उपदेश और पम्पासर की ओर प्रस्थान – Shri Ram’s grace on Shabri, discourse on the nine forms of devotion, and departure for Pampa Lake

"भावार्थ : शाप देता हुआ, मारता हुआ और कठोर वचन कहता हुआ भी ब्राह्मण पूजनीय है, ऐसा संत कहते हैं। शील और गुण से हीन भी ब्राह्मण पूजनीय है। और गुण गणों से युक्त और ज्ञान में निपुण भी शूद्र पूजनीय नहीं है॥1॥"

"…Even if a Brahmin were to utter a curse, inflict harm, or speak harshly, he should still be regarded with reverence, as proclaimed by the enlightened Saints. A Brahmin, even when lacking gentleness or virtues, remains worthy of honour. This principle does not apply to a Shudra, even if he is endowed with many virtues, knowledge, and wisdom. (For a Brahmin, by definition, is one who remains ever devoted to the constant meditation of Brahm, the Supreme Lord. Thus, even his curse or punishment ultimately brings benefit. A Shudra, however, is defined as one who disregards or opposes the Vedic path of righteousness)."