Book excerpt: In this book, we explore the many shades and nuances of his towering and unique persona. The wisdom and skill with which he has managed his whole life is astonishing, and worth the time spent in appreciating and understanding it. Sri Ram teaches us to respect and obey our Guru and parents, love our brothers and reach out to our friends and well-wishers (indeed, all of society) selflessly. His is the rare (indeed, the only one of its kind) personality that will even risk his life to keep a promise, and to protect those who have approached him for shelter. Humble, sensible and far-sighted, Sri Ram abides by his duties and the call of truth and righteousness his entire life and continues to captivate, charm and guide us by the near-divine judiciousness and perfection of his many-layered nature.