Emergence and Emptiness

by Sorin Delaire

Emergence and Emptiness is a modern Nikāya for an age shaped by cosmology, biology, evolution, neuroscience, and the quiet longing for meaning within complexity. Written in a contemplative, sutta-like style, these teachings trace the unfolding of the universe, the rise of consciousness, the illusion of self, and the intimate nature of emptiness beneath all appearances.

Drawing from modern science as well as the heart of Mahayana insight, the book offers a series of poetic yet precise reflections on mind, dependent origination, suffering, and the possibility of awakening in the present moment.

Without relying on metaphysics or religious faith, these suttas explore how the self emerges, how it becomes tangled in craving and ignorance, and how clarity opens when the mind sees through its own construction. At once ancient and contemporary, they reveal a world that is neither mystical nor remote, but quietly luminous—present beneath experience when the illusion of “I” and “mine” loosens.

Emergence and Emptiness invites the reader into a space of calm, depth, and direct insight. It is both a philosophical offering and a contemplative companion, written for those who look at existence through the lenses of science, mindfulness, curiosity, and compassion.

Beyond appearance, the world opens.

98 pages, Paperback

Published November 24, 2025

About the author

Sorin Delaire writes under a pen name to keep the focus on the work itself. The perspective expressed here emerges from wide reading, meditation, and the ordinary challenges of living, and explores how the mind shapes experience and how clarity can arise when familiar assumptions fall away. These writings make no claim to expertise or authority.

They are simply one perspective among many—an invitation to look more closely at one’s own experience, not a view to be accepted or followed.

Ignorance arises with the sense of self and dissolves when that self is seen as empty.

All proceeds from the sale of these books are donated to organizations dedicated to fostering clarity, compassion, and human well-being.

ENGLISH EDITION:

To read or listen to the complete work (Emergence and Emptiness), below are the links to the book and audiobook. All proceeds are donated in full to organizations dedicated to wisdom, compassion, and human well-being. May this be of some use in seeing through suffering and recognizing the openness that has always been here.

🎧 Audiobook:
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Vjne20...
• Apple Books: [link coming soon]
• Google Play / YouTube Music: [link coming soon]
• Kobo: [link coming soon]

📚 Paperback:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G4CR38DM

📘 Kindle Edition:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G4CR38DM

You can also request this audiobook or the paperback edition at your local library through OverDrive (Libby).


ÉDITION FRANÇAISE:

Pour lire ou écouter l’œuvre complète (« Émergence et Vacuité »), voici les liens vers le livre et le livre audio. Tous les revenus sont intégralement donnés à des organisations vouées à la sagesse, à la compassion et au bien-être humain. Puisse ceci être bénéfique et éclairant.

🎧 Livre audio :
• Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/6k6mH5J...
• Apple Books : [lien bientôt]
• Google Play / YouTube Music : [lien bientôt]
• Kobo : [lien bientôt]

📚 Édition papier :
https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0G4GQS57B

📘 Édition Kindle :
https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0G4GQS57B

Reviews

[Sorin Delaire · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am grateful to share that the complete audiobook edition of Emergence and Emptiness is now available on Spotify.

This professionally narrated version presents the full text as a continuous listening experience, exploring dependent arising, emptiness, emergence, and the architecture of liberation in clear, secular language. For those who prefer listening while walking, reflecting, or meditating, this format may be helpful.

🎧 Listen on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/0Vjne20...

May it be of benefit.

— Sorin Delaire