"An Extensive Anthology of Sri Ramakrishna's Stories, with commentary by Babaji Bob Kindler, focuses on the path of the Avatar. Nearly 700 stories, statements and analogies were gathered from The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna and other sources, and placed in categories such as "Eternal Principles," "Obstacles to Realization," and "The Spiritual Path," making this a uniquely practical handbook for living a divine life in our contemporary world. Filled with multi-level teachings, the commentaries facilitate a solidunderstanding of the import of Sri Ramakrishna's colorful expressions in light of the diverse perspectives present in the Sanatana Dharma of India, the eternal religion of the ancient rishis. Helpful appendices and glossaries are thoughtfully included for the earnest student of SriRamakrishna and Vedic wisdom. 732 pp., illustrated. (approximately 79 charming illustrations in grayscale)"