Preamble to Narrative One: Essence and Evolution

Abstract

One might imagine a Universe or More, and many other Things!

The story I am about to tell speaks about the many nights that I spent in the company of a very kind and wise shoemaker and informal philosopher, Babu, from 2005 until he left this world towards the stars, perhaps to Orion.

I had multiple opportunities through the years to spend time with Babu, together with Linda, his wife, and with family members and friends, exploring his conception of the universe, life, culture and children’s education.

We spent many nights in his workshop, sharing on matters of spiritual life after his daily commitments were complete.

That is why this JCER Feature Focus Issue is dedicated to Babu, wherever he may be in the cosmos, as well as to the Child of Childs and the cross-cultural pollination of ancient wisdom.

This preamble to his work is my way of saying, Thank you, Babu !!!