CHAPTER XXVI.^

Shows how to collect the thoughts, suggesting means of
doing so. This chapter is useful for those beginning
to practise prayer.

1. The soul should keep close to Christ during prayer. 2. The advantages of
doing so. 3. We must gaze on the Bridegroom of our souls. 4. He accom-
modates Himself to our needs. 5. Hou) we may address Him. 6. We ought
to share in His sufferings. 1. As did our Lady and the Magdalen. 8. How
to become intimate with Jesus. 9. Aids towards obtaining this habit.