Maria Wirth arrived in India in 1980 and was deeply drawn to its spiritual vibrancy. Living in ashrams and immersing herself in the teachings of Hindu philosophy, she eventually made Dehradun her home. She found in India a profound wisdom that made immediate sense: our true Self is not separate from the Absolute. ‘Devotion to Jesus or Allah is fine,’ she writes, ‘but it often demands a suspension of reason and belief in a distant story. In contrast, Sanatana Dharma invites seekers to discover truth within themselves.’ Published in international magazines and widely read across social media, these essays challenge, enlighten, and inspire—offering both a defence and celebration of India’s profound spiritual heritage.