This collection of informal vignettes provides intimate glimpses

into the mind of one of the great spiritual figures of our time. In answering

the questions of those who turned to him for guidance, Paramahansa

Yogananda expressed himself with candor, spontaneity, and penetrating

insight. He knew unerringly when to relieve a somber situation with a

bright flash of wit, and was able to transform the deepest philosophical

truths into simple and unforgettable precepts for everyday living.

Payings of Paramahansa Yogananda allows

the reader to share in those personal encounters

with the Master, offering a wealth of

spiritual inspiration and practical advice for

self-improvement. Shining from every page are

his compassionate understanding of humanity

and his boundless love for God.