“Meditation and Its Preparation,” published in 2004, is regarded as the first book written in Daponor Bhasha, also known as mirror language, by Dr. Uttam Das, a writer and researcher from Assam. This work stands out in modern Assamese literary and spiritual studies because it combines two unusual elements: a guide to meditation and a completely new form of written expression. The book is more than a spiritual manual—it represents an experiment in linguistic creativity, aimed at expanding the boundaries of how ideas can be communicated.
Mirror language (দাপোণৰ ভাষা) is a script style in which the entire text appears reversed, as if reflected in a mirror. The reader must either view it in an actual mirror or train their mind to reverse the letters to read the message correctly mentally. Dr. Uttam Das used this innovative method to symbolize the book’s central theme: true meditation begins when one turns inward. Just as the mirror reverses the visible world, meditation reverses the mind’s outward flow and turns it towards inner awareness. Thus, the form of the book becomes a metaphor for its spiritual content.
The book discusses how meditation is not simply a technique but a preparatory discipline—a process of purifying the mind, body, and emotions before deep inner stillness can be achieved. Dr. Das explains that one must cultivate silence, self-control, humility, and concentration to experience meaningful meditation. Each chapter highlights a different aspect of preparation, encouraging readers to examine their habits, attitudes, and mental restlessness. The mirror-script presentation adds a contemplative challenge: the reader must slow down, remain patient, and look deeply—qualities essential to meditation itself.
“Meditation and Its Preparation” is also significant because it attempted something rarely seen in Assamese or Indian literature. Mirror language transforms reading into an active meditative practice. Instead of passively absorbing words, the reader becomes part of a decoding exercise that sharpens focus and inner clarity. This aligns with Dr. Uttam Das’s belief that spiritual discipline should train both the intellect and the inner self.
Over time, the book has gained recognition for its originality. It laid the foundation for later mirror-language writings and established Dr. Uttam Das as a creator of a distinctive literary technique. Although unconventional, the book appeals to readers interested in spirituality, mental discipline, and linguistic innovation. Its publication marks an important step in Assam’s experimental literary landscape.
In summary, “Meditation and Its Preparation” is not only a spiritual guide but a symbolic work that uses mirror language to reflect the very essence of meditation. Through this groundbreaking method, Dr. Uttam Das encourages readers to turn inward, reflect deeply, and discover the transformative power of disciplined contemplation.