Pi wishes he had a book that he could read over and over and appreciate anew each time. He wishes for scripture. He considers himself as Arjuna, but without any advice from Krishna. Remembering his feelings the first time he found a Gideon's Bible in......

Notes

Pi wishes for divine guidance in the form of a book. He refers to himself as Arjuna, the Doer of Good Deeds, about whom the story from the Hindu scripture the Bhagavad-Gita is written. Arjuna is reluctant to battle against people who are dear to him, but......


CHAPTER 74


Summary

Pi conducts his own religious rituals. This practice is comforting, yet difficult. When feeling his lowest he professes out.......

Notes

Pi's rituals at sea are completely devoid of the requirements of the religious rituals. His Mass (Divine Liturgy of Catholicism) is without Communion (sacrament of bread and wine commemorating Christ's Last Supper before His crucifixion). His darshan (meaning sight or devotion to something seen) is without murti (holy statues or images to look upon). And his pujas (chanting........


CHAPTER 75


Summary

Pi sings Happy Birthday to his.....

Notes

In the midst the of daily utility of survival, Pi does indeed.....

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