"How to Know God: The Soul's Journey into the Mystery of Mysteries" by Deepak Chopra is a profound exploration of spirituality, offering a modern interpretation of humanity's relationship with the divine. Published in 2000, this book seeks to bridge the gap between science, religion, and personal experience, guiding readers on a journey to understand the concept of God through various stages of consciousness.
Chopra categorizes the journey into seven stages, each representing a different perception of God:
Fight or Flight Response – God as the protector.
Reactive Response – God as the one who rewards and punishes.
Restful Awareness Response – God as peace and stillness.
Intuitive Response – God as insight and creativity.
Creative Response – God as the source of inspiration.
Visionary Response – God as the realm of miracles.
Sacred Response – God as pure being.
Drawing on insights from psychology, neuroscience, and spiritual traditions, Chopra presents God not as an external entity but as a presence that can be experienced in stages of human development and awareness.
