Σιντάρτα by Hermann Hesse
Eine indische Dichtung
A young Brahmin’s son abandons his comfortable home to seek spiritual enlightenment, experimenting with asceticism and encountering a famous awakened teacher, then turning to sensual pleasures and wealth before discovering those paths do not bring lasting peace. After years of worldly life he meets a humble ferryman and learns from the river’s flowing wisdom, gradually recovering inner harmony and realizing that true understanding must be experienced rather than taught. The narrative traces his cyclical journey toward self-knowledge, unity with the world, and compassionate detachment.
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- Published
- 1922
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- German
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