The guru is the preceptor or the Divine Master. The guru not only teaches the way to soul culture but also helps you to walk on that way. The guru is your divine guide. The path of spirituality is very slippery and full of hazards. If you maintain deep devotion, faith, love and, loyalty to the divine Master then you can walk on the path of spirituality without difficulty. The Master is always ready to help you .You are to seek his help .It depends upon your desire.
What is the relation ship between the Master and the disciple? My beloved Guru Shriyukteshwarji said the disciple is the child of the Master. The disciple is not a servant. The child always walks by the side of the Master, while the servant follows him. The Master is the father, Mother, friend and guide. He opens the inner apartment to the disciple child if he is worthy. The servant knows not what the Master thinks.
It is also said by Lord Jesus in the holy bible the guru always seeks the progress of the disciple. He gets pleasure and joy when he sees his child disciple excelling in the spiritual path.
Try to follow the guru through and through.
Stitha Prajna Jul 2003