Guesthouse for Ganesha: A Novel by Judith Teitelman
Guesthouse for Ganesha: A Novel
by Judith Teitelman
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My Ratings 5/5
Synopsis
In 1923, seventeen-year-old Esther Grunspan arrives in Koeln "with a hardened heart as her sole luggage." Thus begins a twenty-two-year journey, woven against the backdrops of the European Holocaust and the Hindu Kali Yuga (the "Age of Darkness" when human civilization degenerates spiritually), in search of a place of sanctuary. Throughout her travails, using cunning and shrewdness, Esther relies on her masterful tailoring skills to help mask her Jewish heritage, navigate war-torn Europe, and emigrate to India. Esther's traveling companion and the novel's narrator is Ganesha, the elephant-headed Hindu God worshipped by millions for his abilities to destroy obstacles, bestow wishes, and avenge evils. Impressed by Esther's fortitude and relentless determination, born of her deep-though unconscious-understanding of the meaning and purpose of love, Ganesha, with compassion, insight, and poetry, chooses to highlight her story because he recognizes it is all of our stories-for truth resides at the essence of its telling. Weaving Eastern beliefs and perspectives with Western realities and pragmatism, Guesthouse for Ganesha is a tale of love, loss, and spirit reclaimed.
My Thoughts
Whether you’re struggling with the fear and isolation of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic or you’re just having one of those weeks where nothing seems to go right, relying on faith can help carry you through. Guesthouse for Ganesha: A Novel by Judith Teitelman took some time to reflect on how our faith guides us during our life so this book could definitely offer amazing guidance to you in very interesting ways.
This story share how the lead character endured pain and sorrow, the lessons they learned, and how they found the faith and courage to carry forth. Guesthouse for Ganesha: A Novel is designed to strengthen the resolve of those trying to cope with sadness, anger, loneliness, and confusion during times of grief and anguish.
This is a very valuable book about people who have gone through hard times ( losses of different kinds, depression, etc) and have survived, realizing that all things happen for a reason. We're so much stronger than we think we are, especially if we know the Source of our strength and healing. It provides encouragement and insight for everyone.
This is a very beautifully illustrated and very well written collection of spiritual help, love and encouragement. With every page turned, it truly and significantly lifted my heart and soul. Highly recommend!!
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