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Near Enemies of the Truth: Avoid the Pitfalls of a Spiritual Life and Become Radically Free

Near Enemies of the Truth: Avoid the Pitfalls of a Spiritual Life and Become Radically Free

Wallis, Christopher

Hardcover

Metaphysical GeneralBuddhismSelf-Help

Publisher Price: $26.00

ISBN10: 1637560370
ISBN13: 9781637560372
Publisher: Wonderwell Press
Published: Nov 14 2023
Pages: 280
Weight: 1.00
Height: 1.10 Width: 5.60 Depth: 8.40
Language: English
Awards: Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards
Tantric philosopher and Oxford scholar Christopher Wallis calls out the seemingly helpful spiritual teachings dominating our current culture and demonstrates how these near truths stand in the way of a more radically free and meaningful life--and ultimately, a deeper spiritual awakening.
​Have you ever been told, You create your own reality? Have you been encouraged to be your best self or follow your bliss? Nowadays these slogans are everywhere, but what if they're doing more harm than good? After over thirty years as a scholar-practitioner of meditation and Tantric philosophy, acclaimed author Christopher Wallis (also known as Hareesh) explores the most widespread distortions of spiritual teachings present in our world today. Rooted in the Asian wisdom traditions, Wallis's book uncovers why these oft-heard platitudes are near enemies to the truth, often detour us off the spiritual path, and can even cause unnecessary suffering.

In asking us to question what we've accepted as truth, Wallis reveals how teachings like become the best version of yourself may have helped us at one stage in our journey but can ultimately lead us away from self-acceptance and compassion and cause us to prioritize an imagined ideal over true intimacy with reality. Understanding the near enemies is vital for any spiritual seeker who is ready to create a deeper, more fulfilling practice and will help you:

Distinguish between truth and belief

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