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present heavy blows to Mäyä in her work of keeping the fallen
souls in illusion have often had to pass through many impediments
before finally becoming manifest. We are glad that after passing
through a long series of obstacles this book could finally go to
press. We beg the forgiveness of the readers for any unintentional
errors or lack of quality in the present volume. We pray that the
readers may nonetheless reap the full benefit of understanding and
determined practice of the principles contained in this book, which
may in turn help them to rapidly advance on the path straight back
to home, back to Godhead.

Butterworth-Bangkok International Express
27th August, 1988, Appearance Day of Lord Balaräma
The Publisher (Gauòa-maëòala-bhümi däsa)

PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION

It has been about twelve years since the first edition of this
book came out. Subsequently, it has been re-printed three times in
English, and also in Russian, Croatian, Mandarin, Italian,
Indonesian, and Portuguese, with a total of about 10,000 copies in
print. Although there are not 10,000 brahmacärés in our
movement, devotees from all äçramas have expressed appreciation
of this book, and it continues to be in demand.
Since the first edition was first published, I have collected
more snippets of information suitable for brahmacärés. This
edition is not in essence different from the first, but gives more of
the same substance. I pray that devotees may find it helpful in their
ongoing journey toward the lotus feet of Kåñëa.

Däsänudäsa,
Bhakti Vikäsa Swami