God is above and beyond the limits of time and space. He is beyond all characteristics and qualities, and no list can describe Him fully. For Him, all beings are equal. The difference between man, beast, bird, worm, insect, and even a god is but a difference of the ‘vessel’ (upadhi). God is like the electric current that flows through various contrivances and expresses itself in many different activities. There is no distinction in the current; it’s the same. To speak of it as different is to reveal one’s ignorance. So too, one single God activates every vessel and gives rise to manifold consequences. The wise see only one uniform current; ignorant feel that they are all distinct. God appreciates the consciousness of unity as the basic motive of acts. He doesn’t appreciate activity itself being one without variety; variety suits various needs. (Ch 1, Bhagavatha Vahini)