Srimad Bhagavatam — Dashama Skandha, Shloka 21
Kṛṣṇa Kills Dantavakra; Balarāma’s Pilgrimage and the Slaying of Romaharṣaṇa
तमागतमभिप्रेत्य मुनयो दीर्घसत्रिण: । अभिनन्द्य यथान्यायं प्रणम्योत्थाय चार्चयन् ॥ २१ ॥
tam āgatam abhipretya munayo dīrgha-satriṇaḥ abhinandya yathā-nyāyaṁ praṇamyotthāya cārcayan
Nang makilala ang Panginoon sa Kanyang pagdating, ang mga muni na matagal nang nagsasagawa ng satra-yajña ay sumalubong nang nararapat: tumayo, yumukod nang may paggalang, at sumamba sa Kanya.
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This verse highlights yathā-nyāyam—receiving with proper etiquette: offering obeisances, rising respectfully, welcoming words, and worshipful service.
They recognized he had come for the very purpose they desired, so they honored him in a dharmic way—bowing, standing up, and offering worship befitting his position.
Receive saints, teachers, and guests with humility—offer respectful greetings, attentive listening, and sincere service, keeping the mood of honor rather than entitlement.