This booklet comprises of class talks given by Swami Vivekananda to an intimate audience in America. Here the subject of practical spirituality in the form of Raja Yoga is presented in a very lucid and succinct form, offering many valuable hints and directions for spiritual practice. The book is thus designed to be a precious and authoritative guide for all serious students of practical religion.
Do not go for glass beads leaving the mine of diamonds. This life is a great chance. What, seekest thou the pleasures of the world? He is the fountain of all bliss. See for the highest, aim at that highest, and you shall reach the highest.
-Swami Vivekananda