Review of Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human Nature

[Aadil Malik]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Rediscovering the Wisdom of Human Nature" by Chet Shupe.]

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2 out of 4 stars

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The book Rediscovering The Wisdom of Human Nature authored by Chet Shupe takes us through his envision of a good life and the mistake mankind has committed by civilization and development especially in the modern world. He brings the reader to note many issues such as people's emotions, feelings, brother and sisterhood and unconditional love which played and integral part in primitive man. He also comes to term about the blatant error in which man is governed by quote on quote the 'Law of Life', modern technological advances, money, beliefs and male chauvinism. He beautifully portrays each of his notions and presents to the reader, if humans had quote on quote lived in the moment', developed on spiritual and emotional strength, of how the world would be in a better place than it is now.

In my analysis of this book I found some pretty interesting opinions which came to light. In a brief list of things Chet Shupe says how humans shouldn't worry about the future as much as living in the present moment. He highlights the interdependence of life and how the increased suicide rates are a result of diminished spiritual obligations. He interestingly states how Jesus(PBUH) went to the cross so we could save ourselves, not save mankind. He states that modern marvels don't cause happiness and that the human spirit is more beloved than human labour. The brotherhood between soldiers during war also is on a positive note. I also find virtuous is when he writes, the coronavirus crisis, no matter how devastating it was brought out the best in us. Lastly I would say he remarks of how money could be the root of most of the problems.

In retrospect I disagreed with some of the book's comprehension. Spirituality is not linked to God but emotions and the togetherness between people. It says animals don't need moral values, they simply know what to do. This doesn't make sense because the if humans were to adapt this sort of mind-set one could only imagine what type of recompense we would have to face, just looking at the animal kingdom for proof. It promotes the absence of law. I would argue with this because following laws are part of being human, it is in our nature. Feelings over laws is underlined, but if humans had to follow our feelings, every desire, every urge, every thought you just have to visit a prison to see the outcome of succumbing to man's lust, anger and jealousy. The book also states that marriage is a bad thing and it is men who invented marriage to subjugate women. But marriage is what helps both parties to settle down and the immense satisfaction it brings both in a an emotional, intellectual and romantic life. Without marriage any man could have sexual relations with any woman and one could imagine the result of this. One final point is that the book brings up many valid issues but provides no practical solution to overcome it.

I rate this book 2 out of 4 stars. It is an interesting book but as I have stated above, in practice if these theories were to be implemented, the world would be a much chaotic place rather than better. But i like the book's eloquent use of language and real life examples. However to a different reader this book might actually be something which they feel inspired, not in my perspective.

This book can be read by anyone who is inquisitive on a different way of thinking and looking at life. It can be read by anyone as it does not contain any explicit sexual content and even a great deal of children might adore the writing. However I wouldn't recommend this book for a biased method of thinking and someone who is not open minded.

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[Medhansh Bhardwaj]

I too have read and reviewed this book, and I agree with you one-hundred percent. The biggest put-off in this book was the preachy nature of the language. The author just gave us set of theories to believe in, and didn't give logical reasoning for even a single one of them. Another downside was that the same few points were being repeated in different chapters throughout the book. The rating of 2 stars is justified.