Humility and obedience are the qualities of a devotee. Excessive humility that
often goes with devotion might act as a barrier in forging the spirit of
intimacy with God which is so vital for attaining Atmajnana or Supreme Wisdom.
On the other hand, close friendship and excessive familiarity might make a
person take undue liberties. For these reasons, Krishna referred to Arjuna as
both 'devotee' and 'friend' or one in whom friendship is enriched by humility
and devotion is tempered by intimacy As Arjuna was both a devotee as well as a
friend of the Lord, he was the most deserving recipient of the Bhagavad Gita.

Baba