I am concerned more about my disciples. I want to see them quite able to preach this sublime doctrine of Krishna Consciousness, and therefore I wish to stay [in USA]. Otherwise, I'm not attracted for any place, either hell or heaven. Anyway, if some lawyer assures that this religious ministership which is so bona fide, can be established, then you can promise him some sum of money after completion of the attempt [to get visa]. But I do not advise you to appeal for the last decision.
Letter to Brahmananda, 5 June, 1968