Preface

     In response to the desire expressed by many devotees and friends, I delivered a series of lectures on 'Some Guidelines Towards the Goal Supreme' during the year 1989. Many of the devotees took notes of these lectures, which were also taped. Subsequently, a number of devotees expressed the desire for these lectures to be brought out in the form of a book to serve not only for reference purposes, but also for the benefit of those who could not attend these lectures. The present book is the result. The style maintained is that of lectures. It has however been considerably modified to make it suit the requirements of a book. I shall feel amply rewarded if this book proves to be of any help to those who genuinely strive to reach the Goal Supreme.

     My sincere gratitude goes to Revered Swami Tapasyanandaji Maharaj, Ramakrishna Math, Madras, for his blessings for this humble attempt of mine and also for his kind Foreword to this book, which greatly enhances its value. Also my gratitude to Sri Ramakrishna Math, Madras, for bringing out this publication.

     Last but not least, my sincere gratitude to one and all who have helped me in various ways to bring out this book. It is my sincere prayer that the blessings of the Lord may be on all of them and also on all those who read this book.

     Guru Purnima

     7 July 1990

     Ramakrishna Mission,

     New Delhi.

     Swami Gokulananda

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