This is the authentic English version of Sri Sri Ramakrishna Lilaprasanga, a faithful record and an exposition in Bengali, of the life of Sri Ramakrishna, as recorded and explained by one of his monastic disciples. This is an essential book for all those who want to understand Sri Ramakrishna's life in its various aspects in correct light and in precise detail. Translated by Swami Jagadananda.
Cover Type: HB
Pages: 563
Category: Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Ramakrishna-Biography, Spiritual Life
After every happiness comes misery; they may be far apart or near. The more advanced the soul, the more quickly does one follow the other. What we want is neither happiness nor misery. Both make us forget our true nature; both are chains--one iron, one gold; behind both is the Atman, who knows neither happiness nor misery. These are states, and states must ever change; but the nature of the Atman is bliss, peace, unchanging. We have not to get it, we have it; only wash away the dross and see it.
-Swami Vivekananda