Review of Digging for God

Saint Bruno · Post by **Saint Bruno** » 01 Jul 2022, 15:29

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Digging for God" by Tom Hillman.]

4 out of 4 stars

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In Digging for God, Tom Hillman, the author, transports readers into an all-men, three-week retreat in an ashram. Mr. Hillman begins by describing the journey to the camp and what one intends to achieve by visiting the ashram. He also describes the activities in the resort and provides the timetable for these activities. Recounting how it feels to live in the ashram, the author writes, "Like in the gold rush towns, the ashram is every man for himself digging for God, yet a brotherly love exists that is otherworldly."

Firstly, I don't know if I should thank or frown at Mr. Hillman for making me crave spending some time in such a resort that he so excellently describes. In fact, what I like most about this book is his graphic description of life in the ashram. Hence, I must commend the author's writing style because they were colorful and made his narrations fun to visualize. Also, I especially enjoyed the author's sense of humor when he talked about the long meditation sessions in the resort.

Another aspect of the book that I liked was the author's use of the second-person point of view. I found that it made me feel as if I was the one enjoying the sense of brotherhood, serenity, and communal life in the ashram. It also encouraged me to relate the author's experiences to what I'd benefit from a trip to the ashram.

Furthermore, the content of this book is inspiring and thought-provoking. I loved how the author's narrations made me look inward and think about aspects of my life that I must improve on. While I may never have the opportunity to camp in such an ashram, this book also reiterates the benefits of letting go of resentments, redirecting negative thoughts, meditation, and service. And I very much appreciate the message.

There wasn't anything I disliked about this 25-page book. Its editing was almost perfect, as I found only an error throughout the book. Hence, I am glad to rate Digging for God a solid four out of four stars. From the book cover, one might assume that this is a religious book. No, it's not, as the author doesn't make any reference to any religion. I, therefore, recommend this book to readers interested in the life-changing benefits of meditation, service, and communal life, especially those who would love to enjoy the benefits of camping in an ashram.

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Dami Bassam · Post by **Dami Bassam** » 04 Jul 2022, 19:33

This book is well written, narrations fun to see with color and the graphic description of life in the ashram. The author is amaze to stay in the ashram, enjoying with another point of view the sense of brotherhood.The author show , how is important to pray, to be near GOD searching thé best way of life.

Mildred Echesa · Post by **Mildred Echesa** » 05 Jul 2022, 02:05

I love that the vbook had few pages because it's not time consuming. Thanks for the wonderful review. I actually love going to resorts

Post by **Diana Lowery** » 05 Jul 2022, 07:57

I don't normally enjoy books that use the second-person narrative, but you do make a good case for reading this one.

Wildflowertheorist · Post by **Wildflowertheorist** » 05 Jul 2022, 09:37

Aashrams tend to be peaceful and serene. I am intrigued to read this nice book. Greta review!

Phooko Tebogo PC · Post by **Phooko Tebogo PC** » 06 Jul 2022, 03:23

Another quick snack. I personally love self help books, and this one sounds like worth reading plus the review have mentioned it is a short book. Add insight knowledge without worrying when it will be finished. Thank you for the review.

Uwe Neufeld · Post by **Uwe Neufeld** » 16 Jul 2022, 05:48

Yes, the cover is excelent. 'Digging for God and finding peace' may be the title. This should be a very usefull book.
Thanks to the reviewer!

Rex Rexy · Post by **Rex Rexy** » 17 Jul 2022, 19:28

I would love to pay a visit to this resort. I am already sensing the depths of power that would ooze out from there. The song, take me to a place where you are comes to mind.

Sumto Nii · Post by **Sumto Nii** » 25 Jul 2022, 23:01

The psalmist says " as the deer panteth for the water brooks, so my soul longeth after thee." One thing is sure. When you seek for God, you would surely find him.

Post by **Odala J Phiri** » 09 Aug 2022, 08:12

The ashram is what keeps ringing in my head after reading this review. Just as you want to experience it so do I. Thanks for the attention-grabbing review.

Post by **Rebecca De Figueiredo** » 24 Mar 2025, 09:02

Thank you for your revealing and detailed review. Yes, I’m surprised that it’s not a religious book, as the title says. I like how it’s written, using short , easy to read, and personable language.

Leen282 · Post by **Leen282** » 24 Mar 2025, 09:03

The title indeed made me think it is a religious book. I am happy I read the review because the content seems much more interesting to me than what I expected. A three-week retreat in an ashram must give such a peace of mind. Long meditation sessions... I already now appreciate the fact that these are described with humor.

Post by **Alida Spies** » 24 Mar 2025, 09:42

The author describes life in an ashram very eloquently. His sense of humor made the book fun to read. The sense of brotherhood, serenity, and communal life in the ashram were inspiring. I agree with the reviewer that the book makes one think about aspects of one's life that one can improve upon. Thank you for your informative review.

Lauren Stjohn · Post by **Lauren Stjohn** » 24 Mar 2025, 09:43

It is a short book filled with inner reflection. The review was written with simplicity, accepting the peace of the ashram resort. The attention to the searching for all inside rather than specifically religion lends a yearning to know this author's contribution. What a wonderful retreat to be in lengthy sessions of meditation and peace.

Post by **Ashley M Murphy** » 24 Mar 2025, 09:48

I have to agree that the second person point of view definitely makes this book more interesting and immersive. I haven't read many books styled this way, so this was very unique for me. Your review is spot on as far as describing the resort.