would not join those who do not depend on (those qualities); —

having foothills abounding with bamboo shoots —

having foothills with plenty of bamboo —

to approach —

as a sārathi (charioteer) —

 being the charioteer —

at thiruvĕngadamalai with cool, mountainous sides and tall bamboo shoots. —

 having surroundings —

having attractions —

 chāraṇas (celestial people) —