Mystery of Freedom

By Yashin Lahoutpour

This is the tale of a small fish forced to flee his homeland after unexpected tragedy strikes. His arduous journey to the sea becomes a crucible, forging invaluable life lessons along the way. But no experience proves more formative than his struggle to liberate a school of fish from the ruthless reign of a tyrannical, self-appointed religious leader. In this decisive battle that pits oppression against freedom, the fish and his companion come to grasp the true significance of liberty and its precious fragility.

As he continues toward the safety of the boundless ocean, our young hero carries deep convictions about the dignity of free will, individual choice, and the courage to defend them, timeless virtues purchased through sacrifice no matter one’s size or strength. With resonance across the political and the personal, The Mystery of Freedom renders universal truths through the eyes of the smallest among us.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Austin Macauley Publishers
• Release date: Feb 2, 2024
• ISBN: 9781035823680

Yashin Lahoutpour

Yashin Lahoutpour is a prolific writer and researcher exploring the intersections of psychology, philosophy and social science. He has published several books, including The Modern System of Ecbatana as a New Thesis in Social Philosophy – a culmination of his thoughts on navigating social crises. Lahoutpour also founded the martial art system Kung Yashna, considered his life’s seminal work. An activist at heart, Lahoutpour penned Mystery of Freedom to spur awareness and liberation for those trapped under religious dictatorships. Between sparking political consciousness to codifying new schools of self-mastery, his multi-faceted works illuminate pathways to empowerment at both individual and societal levels.

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About the Author

Yashin Lahoutpour is a prolific writer and researcher exploring the intersections of psychology, philosophy and social science. He has published several books, including The Modern System of Ecbatana as a New Thesis in Social Philosophy – a culmination of his thoughts on navigating social crises. Lahoutpour also founded the martial art system Kung Yashna, considered his life’s seminal work. An activist at heart, Lahoutpour penned Mystery of Freedom to spur awareness and liberation for those trapped under religious dictatorships. Between sparking political consciousness to codifying new schools of self-mastery, his multi-faceted works illuminate pathways to empowerment at both individual and societal levels.

Dedication

I dedicate this book to all nations whose dignity, freedom, and human values have fallen victim to corrupt actors in the field of religion and political power.

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Acknowledgement

I thank Ms Arshida for the excellent translation of this book.

Introduction

Welcome to Mystery of Freedom, a captivating work of fiction penned by Yashin Lahoutpour. With a diverse background spanning clinical psychology, philosophy, social and political sciences, and the creation of a philosophical martial arts style known as Kung Yeshna, Yashin brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this enthralling tale.

Within the pages of Mystery of Freedom, Yashin invites you on a profound exploration of the human longing for freedom. Through the lens of children's literature, Yashin emphasizes that genuine happiness can only be found when freedom flourishes.

Join us as we venture into the enigmatic corridors of Mystery of Freedom, where the bonds of imagination and reality intertwine. Through accessible language and a masterful storytelling style, Yashin invites readers of all backgrounds to reflect on the significance of freedom in our lives.

Dear readers, embark on this transformative journey and embrace the power of Mystery of Freedom. Challenge your perceptions, ignite your imagination, and become advocates for the liberation of those yearning to be free.

Chapter One

This story is about a trout that was born in the most beautiful lake in Mount Yashna. The lake was connected to the sea by a few beautiful waterfalls and a roaring river.

When the sun heated the bottom of the lake, the little trout came to the world through thousands of seeds on a beautiful morning.

He always swam with his mother and asked her many questions. Other little fish called him Mama’s baby.

‘You shouldn’t always follow me and ask me everything. Sometimes play with other little fish to experience the world better,’ Mom said.

But the little fish thought that his peer’s games were very childish and meaningless, so he often left them and wandered around alone to learn new things.

His mom often went out to find food or stayed at home to rest. Once he was at the bottom of the lake, a sad sound attracted his attention. When he went closer, he saw an old turtle that was singing and cleaning some books.

The little fish said from the top of a rock, ‘What are you doing?’

The turtle was scared and put his head into his shell and after some seconds looked at the little fish and said, ‘How impolite you are! You made me frightened! Why don’t you come closer? Who told you to come here?’

‘What a bad-tempered and talkative turtle!’ the little fish told himself.

‘Where is here? What are you doing here? This lake is our house!’ he said.

The turtle laughed and said, ‘I’ve been the holder of the library of this lake for about one hundred years. I have certainly seen your grandparents and know them. You have recently come out of seed and tell me here is your house!’

‘Ha Ha Ha,’ the turtle laughed.

Then he said, ‘Don’t be afraid. Come closer to see my big library. I can give you many books to read and learn