{FN11-4} Brindaban, in the Muttra district of United Provinces, is
the Hindu Jerusalem. Here Lord Krishna displayed his glories for
the benefit of mankind..

{FN11-5} Hari; an endearing name by which Lord Krishna is known to
his devotees.

{FN11-6} An Indian sweetmeat..

{FN11-7} A mythological gem with power to grant desires.

{FN11-8} Spiritual initiation; from the Sanskrit root DIKSH, to
dedicate oneself.



CHAPTER: 12

YEARS IN MY MASTER'S HERMITAGE

"You have come." Sri Yukteswar greeted me from a tiger skin on the
floor of a balconied sitting room. His voice was cold, his manner
unemotional.

"Yes, dear Master, I am here to follow you." Kneeling, I touched
his feet.

"How can that be? You ignore my wishes."

"No longer, Guruji! Your wish shall be my law!"