All glories to Śrī Gurudeva! All glories to Śrīla Prabhupāda!
Gurudeva, please accept my humble obeisances at your lotus feet. Its beyond my capacity to understand and glorify you. As a very dear associate of the Lord you are very merciful, compassionate and considering the health risk you still furiously take this great preaching service by spreading your mercy travelling all around the globe without any discrimination and therefore I also received your causeless mercy although I don’t deserve at all. How unfortunate are those who have no idea of Kṛṣṇa consciousness. But most unfortunate is myself as I have no attachment to Lord's Holy name and devotional services although staying in devotee's association. My mind remains uncontrolled and ever hovers around sense objects resulting difficulty in concentrating upon my sādhana and taste in services. On this wonderful auspicious occasion, begging forgiveness for my offences. Begging forgiveness for all my actions which had negative impact in fulfilling your mission. Begging forgiveness for all my actions which did not favor co-operative spirit among devotees. Begging your mercy and pray unto your lotus feet to always be kind unto this most fallen soul, to empower me for more engagement in Lord's services in devotee's association by constantly thinking of your instructions, acting cooperatively and assist all the devotees in fulfilling your divine mission.
Yours unworthy servant,
Ravi Shankar Prasad