A list of the books written by chhotebhai over the last 5 decades.
The Jerusalem Code
The Jerusalem Code: (Indian Catholic Forum 2021).
This is the writer’s magnum opus. The person who wrote the Foreword places the author in the league of legendary writers like G.K. Chesterton and Hilaire Belloc. With over 500 references and an equal number of scriptural quotes, it traces the past, present and future of the church through the eyes of 6 couples. Some of the
predictions recorded in 2020 when the text was written, have subsequently
come true; like the parish level upwards Synod, and the possible successor to
Pope Francis, who could, in turn, be assassinated.
An Unfinished Symphony
An Unfinished Symphony: (Media House 2011).
This is a compendium of writings over the years on Christian reform and current affairs. It has provocative articles like “If I were the Prime Minister”, “If I were the Pope” and “If I were God”. As its name suggests, it is a work in progress, not an end in itself.
Beyond 2000: The Other Side
Beyond 2000 – The Other Side: (Gujarat Sahitya Prakash, 2000).
This was written to commemorate the third millennium of Christianity, the great jubilee of 2000. It seeks to answer the eternal question posed to Peter by Jesus, “Who do you say that I am?” One could turn the question on its head to ask “Who is Jesus to me”? It invites the readers to seek their personal equation with Jesus.
The other side also indicates that Faith and Science are two sides of the same
coin and not inimical to each other as both are in search of truth.
Cracks in the Ceiling
Cracks in the Ceiling: (1985).
This is a collection of poems mostly inspired during the writer’s long train journeys, challenging one’s faith and trust in God and accepting human frailty.
The Trinity and Me
The Trinity & Me: (St Paul’s Publications, 1978).
Written when the author was just 26 years of age. This book is based on the principle that if man is made in the image and likeness of God then God in turn is a reflection of Man. By understanding human nature one is able to comprehend the divine nature. Here the author uses the tools of Transactional Analysis to understand both God and man and the consequent interactions between the two.