Title: What is Man: From the World of Ro and Mo
Author: Rohan and Mohan Perera
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 978-1540650306
Pages: 146
Genre: Non-fiction, spirituality
Reviewed by: Lisa Brown-Gilbert
Pacific Book Review
Twin authors Rohan and Mohan Perera affect readers on the deepest cerebral levels with their shared existential perspectives in a work that centers on the purpose of human existence, What is Man. By examining matters through the lenses of the tenets of Christianity and Buddhism, this book poses an intellectually unique offering for the mind and soul, whereas the authors heartily delve into the existential issues that plague all humans; Why are we here? Who are we really? What are we?
Entirely built from a perspective that looks at human existence as being more deeply entrenched in spirit than the physical. The brothers Perera, provide readers with a lucidly penetrating assessment of the tangible versus the intangible nature of life by evaluating topics like; human relationships, sources of energy in the universe, the power of the unconscious mind, God vs the Devil and the intangible yet very real energy of Love. Moreover, this divinely inspired narrative imparts a compelling comparative examination of the philosophical, religious and scientific viewpoints on the elements pertinent to attaining spiritual growth and enlightenment. This possible particularly through the understanding and acceptance of God’s unconditional love, which in turn ultimately parlays into becoming part of the greater loving consciousness.
Consequently, What is Man strikes a curious nerve for those readers desiring a better understanding of their potential and necessity for spiritual self-growth in a world driven by ego and materialism. According to authors Perera, man has a choice of becoming enmeshed in the materialism of this world seemingly fulfilled by the falsehood of material success or advancing yourself spiritually by existing as God intends for us to live. Easily comprehendible, the text conveys this essential mindset in distinctly literate, and uncomplicated terms. Furthermore, the authors support their postulations with the inclusion of thought-stimulating quotes and passages from the Bible, along with inspiring comments from some of the greatest thinking minds in philosophy, life and the sciences, ergo creating with this book a lasting cognitive impression.
I found What is Man, to be an intriguingly edifying read with some great “aha” moments that will definitely make a connection with the spiritually inclined reader. Although this was a generally interesting read, some of the more intriguing chapters I found were: The Conscious Ego and the Unconscious Mind, The Unconscious, God Like Consciousness without God, God vs the Devil, and The Energy of Love. I found each to hold a particularly revelatory nature that was mind stimulating and brimming with those clarifying instances that books of this genre can provide. This is a read definitely worth looking into if you are seeking to dive deeply into your spiritual life.
