The compiler of this book has collected from various English sources the teachings of twelve of Sri Ramakrishna's monastic disciples on important topics related to the development of spiritual life. This is a valuable compilation containing many gems of advice for spiritual seekers in general and followers of Sri Ramakrishna and Swami Vivekananda in particular.
The less passion there is, the better we work. The calmer we are, the better for us and the more the amount of work we can do. When we let loose our feelings, we waste so much energy, shatter our nerves, disturb our minds, and accomplish very little work.
-Swami Vivekananda