Ramayana was welling with soka rasa; the main tone of that epic was, it was said, agony. The first step to prayer is a touch of agony. Agony is more potent than awe, in leading you Godwards. (SSS Vol.4, p. 10)

The compelling agony of the Bhakta’s heart solidifies the Niraakaar (Formless Absolute) into the shape and the attitude that are yearned for. ‘Yadh bhaavare, thath Bhavati’---’as felt, so fashioned.’ He bows to your will, He carries your burden, provided you trust Him with it. (SSS Vol.1, p. 177)