“By nature, an embodied soul is a materialist. When he obtains the shelter of a bona fide spiritual master and desires to become free from material enjoyment, he gradually endeavors to free his mind from material contamination. When he achieves success in this attempt, he becomes liberated.” (from Sajjan-tosani, 4/2, from Sri Bhaktivinoda Vani Vaibhava, translated by Bhaumipati dasa, page 208)