by Eric Weiner
First published 2011
Eric Weiner lands in the hospital and faces an uncomfortable question from his nurse: "Have you found your God yet?" The agnostic journalist realizes he has observed countless religious practices but never seriously explored faith for himself. Confronting his mortality and wondering what spiritual guidance to offer his young daughter, Weiner embarks on a global quest for divine understanding. He meditates with Tibetan lamas in Nepal, spins with Sufi dervishes in Turkey, and attempts to unblock his chi in China. His journey takes him to Israel for Kabbalah study and Las Vegas for an encounter with UFO believers. At each destination, Weiner grapples with humanity's biggest questions about origins, death, and how to live meaningfully. The book combines personal memoir with religious exploration as Weiner searches for a faith that resonates with his skeptical yet seeking nature.
Genres: travel, religion, memoir, spirituality
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, personal-growth
Setting: Nepal, Turkey, China, Israel, Las Vegas
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