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Life After Life - Lifting the Veil on Death
Two great truths govern human impermanence is the law of the Universe and therefore it is inevitable, but the jeewatma (soul) is permanent and lives forever. When one views human existence from the perspective of this knowledge, then the only certitude is that there is no death.With the materialization of the Universe the wheel of time was set in motion, imprinting preordained impermanence. Yet, despite the world’s impermanence, Man is offered the opportunity of acquiring knowledge and achieving spiritual growth within his lifespan. The cosmic soul momentarily adopts a human body to experience advancement in human form. But when the jeewatma departs the physical body from one of the five koshas (sheaths), it is released from this confinement and bondage into the joyful revelation of its true nature. The soul experiences divine love and achieves a state of timelessness. The demise of the human body thus becomes the moment for joyful fulfillment – when the jeewatma achieves ultimate growth and eternal beauty. Though the human form and external body decays, the jeewatma or the subtle body/soul, remains intact in its true and original form.Litterateur Rajendra Kher has spent long years studying the subject of death. He has researched both ancient and modern references, as well as the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad-Gita, Srimad Bhagvatam and various mythological literature in his attempt to unravel and comprehend death and ‘life after life’. He has also analyzed the personal experiences of rishis, scholars, masters and yogis; adding his findings to the book to make it comprehensive.The gift contained in these pages is the lifting of the veil on death. In so doing, it frees each of us from unknown fears and dread about death and dying, enabling us to experience instead, true happiness and the grace of living.About the Author : RAJENDRA KHER, a graduate of Pune University, has been writing for over two decades. He has published ten books in Marathi, all of which have been received with critical acclaim. Some of his bestselling novels have been translated into other languages. He has been honoured with five literary awards.Rajendra has worked as an Assistant Director in the film industry, on documentaries, and as a Programme Director for a TV channel. Early in his career, he produced and directed the short experimental film, Charlie Chaplin in India. He has had extensive experience with writing scripts and screenplays. He has contributed numerous articles and short stories to newspapers and magazines. Life After Life follows the publication of the widely acclaimed Empire Of The Gods and bestselling Udayan, The Forgotten Pandava. He can be reached rkher1961@gmail.comOTHER BOOKS BY RAJENDRA KHERUdayan, The Forgotten PandavaEmpire Of The GodsDigvijayDeha Zala ChandanachaGeetambariDhananjayBindusarovarDevanchya RajyaatHollywoodche VinodveerUdayanDainandin Bhagavad-Gita (co-authored with Seemantini Kher)
221 pages, Paperback
Published April 19, 2019
About the author
Rajendra Kher
390 books32 followersI was graduated from Pune University in 1983. My father, late Mr. B. D. Kher was also a prolific author who was the recipient of many national and international awards including Soviet Land Nehru Award, Maharashtra State Award.
I have been writing since past 22 years. So far, I have 10 published works to my credit. All written in Marathi—the books have received tremendous appreciation from the readers and critics alike. Some of my novels are translated in three other languages. I am also the recipient of 5 prestigious awards.
I also had an opportunity to work in Indian film industry for 10 years and thereafter I worked as a Program Director for 2 years, for a TV channel.
I have been writing since past 22 years. So far, I have 10 published works to my credit. All written in Marathi—the books have received tremendous appreciation from the readers and critics alike. Some of my novels are translated in three other languages. I am also the recipient of 5 prestigious awards.
I also had an opportunity to work in Indian film industry for 10 years and thereafter I worked as a Program Director for 2 years, for a TV channel.
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May 24, 2019
17th Book of 2019 (101st book overall)
Quote from the Book I Liked - 'When the ego is inflated, thoughtfulness is deflated.' (Page 46)
Rating - 3 Stars
Plot Summary - Two great truths govern human existence: impermanence is the law of the Universe and therefore it is inevitable, but the jeewatma (soul) is permanent and lives forever. When one views human existence from the perspective of this knowledge, then the only certitude is that there is no death.
With the materialization of the Universe, the wheel of time was set in motion, imprinting preordained impermanence. Yet, despite the world’s impermanence, Man is offered the opportunity of acquiring knowledge and achieving spiritual growth within his lifespan. The cosmic soul momentarily adopts a human body to experience advancement in human form. But when the jeewatma departs the physical body from one of the five koshas (sheaths), it is released from this confinement and bondage into the joyful revelation of its true nature. The soul experiences divine love and achieves a state of timelessness. The demise of the human body thus becomes the moment for joyful fulfillment – when the jeewatma achieves ultimate growth and eternal beauty. Though the human form and external body decay, the jeewatma or the subtle body/soul remain intact in its true and original form.
Litterateur Rajendra Kher has spent long years studying the subject of death. He has researched both ancient and modern references, as well as the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad-Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam and various mythological literature in his attempt to unravel and comprehend death and ‘life after life’. He has also analyzed the personal experiences of rishis, scholars, masters, and yogis; adding his findings to the book to make it comprehensive.
The gift contained in these pages is the lifting of the veil on death. In so doing, it frees each of us from unknown fears and dread about death and dying, enabling us to experience instead, true happiness and the grace of living.
My Review - The book talks on about different experiences shared by many different individuals about the afterlife and what actually they felt about it. Many of the incidents are of great men while some mentioned are that of scientists, individuals, and others. Many of the incidents shed light on what Rishis told us from an ancient time and still telling us about 'Life after death'. Many of such incidents shared by many different individuals have a lot of common and the theory of possible happening of the afterlife can be noted. Although to know exact about Life after Life, one must actually have to go through it and it can't be proved or stated just by materialistic means. The book talks in great length about the paths, spheres, entities that one encounter after his demise.
The book felt a mixture of various belief systems mainly that of Hinduism, Christianity. The book tried to link and relate many faiths to concur with their similarities and went successful in doing so to a greater extent but from whatever teeny tiny knowledge I've accrued due the course of time, I felt a bit disoriented by some of the regards. I myself being on the path of seeking spirituality and a firm believer of Hinduism, I felt many a thing from other realms of beliefs a bit unconnected. Although, what I right here is from my knowledge and exclusively my perspective but the things which made me feel unconnected were merging some of the things between faiths which shouldn't be. The system that stats 'Abortion is Sin' is among the one which was made to incorporate in the book which did not quite link in with spirituality but something from a different religion and faith. Things and said stuff are what they are, believe in them if you do believe, but for me, those and many other things were quite literally opposite of my viewpoint. Spirituality is more of a self-teaching and self-liberation journey rather than a game of Sin and Boon. Indian mythology has a great and detailed extent of Karmic records known as Akashic records according to which the rebirth of a soul in human form is assigned as per the deeds performed by him. Though as It is said, the Spiritual journey of every seeker is unique and that of his own concern. One can just guide to the everlasting journey. Thus, this book act as a guide, taking references and experiences from time eternal to present day forming a collective knowledge of 'Life After Life'.
Conclusion - Requires alertness while reading. Explores the unknown realms.
Full Review on Blog.
Link to Blog - The Tales of Fugitive Biker
Quote from the Book I Liked - 'When the ego is inflated, thoughtfulness is deflated.' (Page 46)
Rating - 3 Stars
Plot Summary - Two great truths govern human existence: impermanence is the law of the Universe and therefore it is inevitable, but the jeewatma (soul) is permanent and lives forever. When one views human existence from the perspective of this knowledge, then the only certitude is that there is no death.
With the materialization of the Universe, the wheel of time was set in motion, imprinting preordained impermanence. Yet, despite the world’s impermanence, Man is offered the opportunity of acquiring knowledge and achieving spiritual growth within his lifespan. The cosmic soul momentarily adopts a human body to experience advancement in human form. But when the jeewatma departs the physical body from one of the five koshas (sheaths), it is released from this confinement and bondage into the joyful revelation of its true nature. The soul experiences divine love and achieves a state of timelessness. The demise of the human body thus becomes the moment for joyful fulfillment – when the jeewatma achieves ultimate growth and eternal beauty. Though the human form and external body decay, the jeewatma or the subtle body/soul remain intact in its true and original form.
Litterateur Rajendra Kher has spent long years studying the subject of death. He has researched both ancient and modern references, as well as the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad-Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam and various mythological literature in his attempt to unravel and comprehend death and ‘life after life’. He has also analyzed the personal experiences of rishis, scholars, masters, and yogis; adding his findings to the book to make it comprehensive.
The gift contained in these pages is the lifting of the veil on death. In so doing, it frees each of us from unknown fears and dread about death and dying, enabling us to experience instead, true happiness and the grace of living.
My Review - The book talks on about different experiences shared by many different individuals about the afterlife and what actually they felt about it. Many of the incidents are of great men while some mentioned are that of scientists, individuals, and others. Many of the incidents shed light on what Rishis told us from an ancient time and still telling us about 'Life after death'. Many of such incidents shared by many different individuals have a lot of common and the theory of possible happening of the afterlife can be noted. Although to know exact about Life after Life, one must actually have to go through it and it can't be proved or stated just by materialistic means. The book talks in great length about the paths, spheres, entities that one encounter after his demise.
The book felt a mixture of various belief systems mainly that of Hinduism, Christianity. The book tried to link and relate many faiths to concur with their similarities and went successful in doing so to a greater extent but from whatever teeny tiny knowledge I've accrued due the course of time, I felt a bit disoriented by some of the regards. I myself being on the path of seeking spirituality and a firm believer of Hinduism, I felt many a thing from other realms of beliefs a bit unconnected. Although, what I right here is from my knowledge and exclusively my perspective but the things which made me feel unconnected were merging some of the things between faiths which shouldn't be. The system that stats 'Abortion is Sin' is among the one which was made to incorporate in the book which did not quite link in with spirituality but something from a different religion and faith. Things and said stuff are what they are, believe in them if you do believe, but for me, those and many other things were quite literally opposite of my viewpoint. Spirituality is more of a self-teaching and self-liberation journey rather than a game of Sin and Boon. Indian mythology has a great and detailed extent of Karmic records known as Akashic records according to which the rebirth of a soul in human form is assigned as per the deeds performed by him. Though as It is said, the Spiritual journey of every seeker is unique and that of his own concern. One can just guide to the everlasting journey. Thus, this book act as a guide, taking references and experiences from time eternal to present day forming a collective knowledge of 'Life After Life'.
Conclusion - Requires alertness while reading. Explores the unknown realms.
Full Review on Blog.
Link to Blog - The Tales of Fugitive Biker
July 14, 2019
‘Life After Life’ skillfully constructs a premise that packs a tremendous amount of hard-won knowledge into its pages. Often a topic of debate, the possibility of an afterlife has not yet been proved. But there have been theories and beliefs that prove that the soul does not die. Instead, it lives on forever. In this book, the author explores the possibility of a new life after death. He collates the information from Vedic scriptures and also quotes anecdotes from the lives of those who have been on the other side and returned for good.
Controversial yet bold, this book offers opinions and conclusions that might not be palatable to everyone. For instance, the importance of Karma has been reflected in several chapters. The author believes that it is our Karma that determines whether the road after death will be smooth or bumpy.
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Controversial yet bold, this book offers opinions and conclusions that might not be palatable to everyone. For instance, the importance of Karma has been reflected in several chapters. The author believes that it is our Karma that determines whether the road after death will be smooth or bumpy.
Read the full review here:https://aliveshadow.com/category-book...
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