Description
By: John Neihardt (1881-1973)
The Divine Enchantment is a captivating and thought-provoking book that delves deep into the mysteries of life, death, and the human experience. Through the lens of Native American spirituality, author John Neihardt explores themes of interconnectedness, the power of nature, and the eternal cycle of birth and rebirth.
The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Black Elk, a Lakota holy man who recounts his visions and spiritual experiences to Neihardt. Black Elk’s storytelling is lyrical and poetic, drawing readers in with its vivid imagery and profound insights. As he shares tales of his people’s struggles and triumphs, readers are transported to a world where the spiritual and material realms intersect, and where every living being is connected in a vast web of existence.
Neihardt’s writing is eloquent and evocative, capturing the beauty and majesty of the natural world and the deep wisdom of the Lakota people. His portrayal of Black Elk as a spiritual guide and visionary is both respectful and reverent, honoring the traditions and teachings of a culture that has endured centuries of oppression and marginalization.
Overall, The Divine Enchantment is a poignant and moving exploration of spirituality, culture, and the human spirit. It challenges readers to reflect on their own beliefs and values, and to reconsider the ways in which they interact with the world around them. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of all things, and the enduring power of the human soul.
Book Description:
When the princess Devanaguy falls into a deep trance-like sleep, she is visited by the god Vishnu: who causes her to fall pregnant with his holy child, Christna.
Devanaguy’s sleep is prolonged supernaturally by Vishnu: allowing the god to relate to her his divine secrets through a series of ecstatic visions. Among the mysteries revealed to Devanaguy, she is shown how the gods will shortly powerfully intervene directly in human affairs. When the princess finally re-awakens: she is awestruck by her experiences, and bursts into a spontaneous rhapsody of praise.
Throughout her rapturous intercourse with Vishnu, Devanaguy boldly continues to desire answers to mankind’s profoundest questionings:
– is it possible for mere mortals to comprehend the divine wisdom of the gods?
– can be it really be true that divine beings care enough for mankind to want to intervene in human affairs: to do them good?
(Introduction by Godsend)
