
Books have always had a strange power over me—not just as stories or philosophies, but as mirrors, maps, and sometimes even medicine. Over time, a few have left a lasting imprint, quietly shaping the way I think, believe, and live. Among them, three stand tall: the Bible, the Bhagavad Gita, and Wings of Fire by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
The Bible is often seen through layers of judgment and interpretation. It’s a book that’s been dissected, debated, even distorted to fit countless ideologies. But when I read it for myself, beyond all the noise, I found something incredibly human and deeply spiritual. It wasn’t just about commandments or rituals. It spoke in symbols, in parables, in raw stories of struggle and faith that felt timeless. Sadly, so much of its real meaning has been lost in arguments, edits, and selective reading. But beneath all that, it holds truths that continue to echo through the ages—if we’re willing to listen without trying to twist them.
Then there’s the Gita, which came to me not just as a book, but as an experience. It didn’t preach—it revealed. It didn’t offer easy answers—it invited me to look within. Every time I’ve opened it, I’ve come away with something new, something I needed at that particular moment. It’s not just a spiritual text; it’s a guide to living—rich with layers of meaning about duty, purpose, detachment, and the power of inner calm in the middle of chaos. Reading the Gita feels like having a conversation with a wiser version of myself.
And then, Wings of Fire. This book grounded all that spiritual depth into something real and relatable. Dr. Kalam’s story is not just about personal success—it’s about hope, grit, and the beauty of staying humble, no matter how high you fly. His words carry a quiet power. They don’t shout, they don’t boast. They inspire in the simplest, most sincere way. The book left me with a deep sense of belief—not just in dreams, but in discipline, hard work, and quiet faith in oneself.
Each of these books fed different parts of me. One connected me to the divine, another helped me understand my self, and the third gave me the motivation to keep moving forward. Together, they’ve been more than just books—they’ve been food for truth, for thought, and for life.