One day Ramakrishnananda asked Swamiji, “How can one be a good preacher?” Swamiji first touched his hand to his head and said, “One needs good intellect.” Then touching his face, he said, “One should have good looks.” Touching his lips, he said, “One should have a sweet tongue.” Touching his chest, he said: “One should have a broad, catholic heart, otherwise people won’t listen to you. I achieved more through my loving heart than through my sharp intellect.” At last, pointing to his sex organ, he said: “One should have self-control. This chastity is the most vital aspect in a preacher’s life.”