Motifs in the path to enlightenment

Siddhartha, by Herman Hess, is an inspiring story of a Bhramin's son who finds restlessness and discomfort with the teachings of his elders. The quest for enlightenment burns within his Self. Siddhartha goes through many trials and mentors on his journey to find inner peace. Throughout the book there are three recurring motifs that support the theme of a man's passage to enlightenment. Trees, river, and celestial objects are the motifs that highlight the path …

…that quest for inner peace. Almost everybody has a yearning to learn at some point in his or her life. This book highlights the lessons learned through a man's quest for inner peace and divinity illustrating his journey toward the well being that is necessary to live a life consistent with what he believes. It's a classic story of a man's quest to enlightenment, which will forever connect with people from all walks of life.