The Spiritual Master and Disciple

The Spiritual Master and the Disciple is a systematic and practical compilation of teachings on the sacred relationship between the spiritual master and disciple, drawn from the books and writings of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Founder-Acarya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness.
 
In an age of commercialized meditation, instant enlightenment, and the idea that everyone can simply become their own guru, this book provides essential guidance on the importance of accepting a bona fide spiritual master and progressing under genuine spiritual direction.
 
The book covers important philosophical and practical aspects of guru, disciple, disciplic succession, and spiritual initiation, making it especially valuable for devotees and serious students of Krishna consciousness.
Topics Covered
The necessity of accepting a bona fide spiritual master
Qualifications and characteristics of the spiritual master
Duties and proper behavior of the spiritual master
Qualifications, characteristics, and duties of the disciple
The principle and importance of disciplic succession
The significance of spiritual initiation
 
Compiled from the authoritative teachings of Srila Prabhupada, this book offers practical guidance for understanding the art and science of discipleship. It is a valuable resource for those wishing to deepen their spiritual life and advance steadily on the path of Krishna consciousness under the guidance of a genuine spiritual master.