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Back in print after many years, this is the original collection of the sayings of the disciples of Ramakrishna, arranged by subject.

From the Table of Contents:

Fundamental Tenets
External Behavior
    The Guru and Holy Company
    Service
    General Advice
    Food and Personal Habits
    Pilgrimages
Moral Principles
    Morality
    Truth
    Duty
    Forbearance and Compassion
    Purity
    Continence and Self-Control
Mental Attitudes
Spiritual Practices
    Ritualistic Worship
    Pranayama
    Prayer
    Japam
    Meditation
Realization