Among the ever-free we may count sages like NArada. The path of love, too, leads to this goal. The way of love is as true as the way of knowledge.
All paths ultimately lead to the same Truth.
Do your duty with one hand and with the other hold to God. One should always chant His name. Even while one is performing one's duties, the mind should be left with God. Suppose I have a carbuncle on my back. I perform my duties, but the mind is drawn to the carbuncle.