Written by a young scholar, this book contains the lessons given to him by his teacher, referred to as “Master,” during his preparation for Initiation. It is considered a reproduction of the Master’s own words and the Master’s thoughts dressed in his student’s writings. Although the author’s identity is cloaked with a pseudonym, many people have attributed this work to the World Teacher, J. Krishnamurti. This edition contains additional verses from the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad at the beginning of each chapter, which shines new esoteric light onto this important work.