By: Vidura Dasa, California, USA Q) Why has the GBC invented so many new ways of worship, Srila Prabhupada?
A) The neophytes, due to their being in the lower stage of devotional service, are invariably envious, so much so that they invent their own ways and means of devotional regulations without following the acharyas.
Q) Aren't they apparently making advancement, though?
A) As such, even if they make a show of constantly chanting the holy name of the Lord, they cannot relish the transcendental taste of the holy name.
Q) Then what hope do they have, if any?
A) They can, however, get in touch with a pure devotee of the Lord and rectify their bad habits […] A complete progressive march on the return path home, back to Godhead, will depend on the instructions of the revealed scriptures directed by a realized devotee.
Q) What if they refuse to follow your instructions, even after being introduced to them?
A) … they shall continue to be stonehearted and unfit for any treatment.
Thank you Srila Prabhupada. All Glories to your Divine Grace!
Full context: (please forgive me if my questions seem inappropriately matched with the points made by Srila Prabhupada. I simply saw it as another possible angle for reading the purport.) "The neophytes, due to their being in the lower stage of devotional service, are invariably envious, so much so that they invent their own ways and means of devotional regulations without following the acharyas. As such, even if they make a show of constantly chanting the holy name of the Lord, they cannot relish the transcendental taste of the holy name. Therefore, the show of tears in the eyes, trembling, perspiration or unconsciousness, etc., is condemned.
They can, however, get in touch with a pure devotee of the Lord and rectify their bad habits; otherwise they shall continue to be stonehearted and unfit for any treatment. A complete progressive march on the return path home, back to Godhead, will depend on the instructions of the revealed scriptures directed by a realized devotee."
– Pure Devotional Service: The Change in Heart: SB 2.3.24: Purport