One has to set a very high standard to claim oneself as a human being. These standards are handed down to us through great personalities in our scriptural tradition, often in the form of a meaningful dialogue. Yakṣa Praśna is one such brilliant exchange, found in the Mahābhārata, between the Lord of Dharma in the form of a Yakṣa and the Pānḍava king Yudhiṣtira. These one hundred and twenty-four questions and answers offer utmost clarity on a wide range of subjects dealing with all aspects of human life.

This book explores the deeper dimensions of this exchange and uncovers its spiritual relevance. The deep wisdom embedded in the dialogue is bound to appeal to everyone. The deeper one delves into these questions, the greater is the treasure revealed.