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As science continues to enlighten the world with a new understanding of how the universe works, many have come to seek an understanding of the metaphysical. “To become metaphysical is to become learned about the principles of one’s existence, time, being, the structure of nature, the cosmos, and self.” From the time humankind first began to think, questions concerning the meaning of self have been pondered by philosophers, teachers, religious leaders, poets, and artists of each generation. “The concept of self helps us value the miracle of existence.” This work looks to both past thinking on metaphysics as well as the “considerable revolutionary changes” in scientific knowledge to further the reader’s understanding of self in the perceived world. Drawing upon the wisdom of great philosophers and thinkers, Choura presents information readers can use to enhance their understanding of the nature of self.
The author brings philosophical, scientific, and religious thought together in this masterfully written work that places the metaphysical in the forefront of thought concerning one’s comprehension of self and soul. The book is easy to comprehend, offering insight into the many aspects of what it means to be human and attain knowledge of self. Using the works of poets and philosophers, the author brings to light past thinking on the subject of self and marries it with modern thought and scientific understanding of the world. There are sections of the book that one may find initially confusing if not accustomed to reading philosophy and poetry, but the author does fully explain the concepts, so readers will find the book informative with plenty of references to find further reading on the subject. For anyone searching for meaning in the modern world, this one offers a solution.