Jesus
A Story of Enlightenment
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4.2 • 35 Ratings
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Publisher Description
“Deepak Chopra’s story is an inspiring gift for those who truly care and have the courage to seek.”
—Michael Baigent, author of The Jesus Papers
The founder of The Chopra Center and the preeminent teacher of Eastern philosophy to the Western World, Deepak Chopra gives us the story of the man who became Messiah in his phenomenal New York Times bestseller Jesus. The author who illuminated the life of Buddha now offers readers an unparalleled portrait of Jesus Christ, from carpenter’s son to revolutionary leader, that is fresh and inspiring—a remarkable retelling of the greatest story ever told.
What if the story of Jesus was not about the son of God, but about a seeker on the path to enlightenment?
The Lost Years of Jesus: Imagine the untold story of his journey through the wilderness, his encounters with Zealot rebels, and the hidden teachings that shaped his destiny.A Story of Enlightenment: Deepak Chopra, a master of Eastern philosophy, reframes the greatest story ever told as a profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening.From Man to Messiah: Follow a young carpenter from Nazareth as he grapples with doubt, confronts his own power, and finally embraces his role as a revolutionary spiritual leader.Vivid Historical Fiction: Travel back to first-century Judea, a world of Roman occupiers and rebel prophets, where a young man’s message of peace was the most radical idea of all.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Chopra's new novel expands on the themes advanced in his recent nonfiction title The Third Jesus. The narrative focuses on the mysterious span of time in Christ's life between the ages of 12 and 30. Chopra portrays the young adult Jesus as a malleable figure at the center of a host of pivotal political, cultural and religious shifts. The threads of his spiritual leadership become evident during these formative years, but Christ must devote himself to growing in enlightenment about the full nature of his identity and message. Not surprisingly, Chopra casts the sources of this revelation to include both Western and Eastern perspectives. Chopra's narration may not always maintain a natural flow of dialogue among characters, but the ethereal power of his voice and the evocative manner in which he sets the stage remain effective. Perhaps the most compelling elements of the story line involve Judas and Mary Magdalene, two of New Testament history's most complicated and controversial figures. A HarperOne hardcover.
Customer Reviews
A new way to look at Jesus
A extremely thought provoking read