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You Are The Divine Totality In Human Disguise
346 pages, 2022
spirituality & religion
408 booksYou are the Divine Totality in human disguise, a collection of modern and teen-centered stories. The book is designed to be a gentle and highly entertaining introduction to Advaita (non-duality) considered by many to be the pinnacle of Hindu thought and vital for attaining Self-Realization.
Suzie, a 15-year-old devotee, shares ice cream with her friend Saraswati—who has spent 14 years in Amma’s Amritapuri Ashram—and they discuss God and the universe.
And then there's 15-year-old Durgadas, who seeks the advice of his friend Devamrita, an American brahmachari, as he tries to understand the hidden meanings behind the unusual events in his life – such as the time he was asked to slay an ice cream dragon, or the day a man wearing torn jeans crashed his cousin's wedding, or the strange afternoon he spent at the home of his Hungarian uncle and aunt.
But beware of Jacob, the 16-year-old Black American who believes his estranged father has joined a cult! Jacob's hostility makes him seem unlikely for a spiritual awakening.
In 'You Are The Divine Totality In Human Disguise', Ram Das Batchelder invites us to explore the concept of divine totality. He suggests that we are all part of a greater whole, and that recognizing this can lead to a more fulfilling life.
Batchelder emphasizes the importance of self-realization. He encourages us to look into our true selves and understand that we are not separate from the divine totality. This realization can bring about a profound change in our lives.
The book highlights the significance of love and compassion in our lives. Batchelder believes that these emotions are the key to connecting with the divine totality. So, take a moment to check how you can incorporate more love and compassion into your daily life.
Batchelder's book is a guide to spiritual awakening. He encourages us to dig deeper into our spiritual selves and find the divine totality within us. This journey can lead to a greater understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
In 'You Are The Divine Totality In Human Disguise', inner peace is presented as a crucial aspect of our lives. The author suggests that achieving inner peace can help us see our connection to the divine totality more clearly. So, why not take a look at how you can cultivate more inner peace in your life?