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Shankaracharya

By: Anuj Tikku
Narrated by: James Harrison Graff
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Adi Shankaracharya has been anointed as the new leader of the Sanatana Dharma and the Hindu faith. He now sits as the head of the faith as the new Shankaracharya after the demise of his guru, Swami Swaroop, who died from a snakebite.

After becoming the supreme leader of the faith, he starts a process of temple land reform and distribution of free food. His reforms are met with resistance in the Mahasabha. The Tiwari family oppose him and his reforms. It is here that Shankaracharya takes on the help of Shambhu, a chandal at the cremation ground, to silence his detractors. The book Shankaracharya is an inside look at the politics, intrigue, and skullduggery that go on inside the most ancient Hindu spiritual organization.

©2021 Tikkus Travelthon (P)2022 Anuj Tikku World Literature

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The story provides a deep dive into the responsibilities of becoming the figurehead of a faith, exploring how one navigates power, tradition, and the expectations of followers while dealing with personal challenges and the weight of succession. As the new leader inherits the mantle after his mentor’s sudden death, he must contend with forces both internal and external—balancing his personal beliefs with the demands of leadership. Tikku intricately portrays the inner conflict and external pressures that accompany such a monumental role, creating a vivid and thought-provoking narrative. James Harrison Graff’s narration adds nuance and gravity to the tale, amplifying the tension and emotional complexity of the protagonist's journey. This book is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the spiritual depth, political intrigue, and personal sacrifice involved in leading a religious tradition through the complexities of modern life.

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