This book Spiritual Life for Modern Times introduces a collection of writings by Swami Vireswaranandaji Maharaj, the 10th President of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission.

The book highlights a critical paradox: while modern science has granted humanity "the power of the gods," we lack the wisdom to use it, often acting like "angry apes" bent on mutual destruction. In an era of nuclear threats and material plenty, humanity remains agonizingly short of inner peace.

The volume proposes that the teachings of Sri Ramakrishna offer a vital solution. By applying "scientific precision" to spiritual disciplines, Ramakrishna demonstrated that we are all divine sparks of one Reality. Ultimately, the book asserts that the core purpose of life is God-realization.