Author’s background and journey

Didier Meïr Long, a former Benedictine monk and strategic consultant, has returned to the Judaism of his Corsican ancestors after spending a decade as a monk at the abbey of La Pierre-qui-Vire between 1985 and 1995. His career has spanned consulting, the digital sector, and editorial work, and he now focuses on exploring spiritual and philosophical themes in his writing.

New book and its themes

Didier Meïr Long’s new book, Nos métamorphoses, published by La Sirène aux Yeux Verts, examines the transformations that challenge certainty and reshape identity. It draws on a wide range of sources, including Christian monasticism, Judaism, Sufism, Buddhism, neuroscience, and contemporary debates about humanity and artificial intelligence.

Personal and spiritual influences

The book includes reflections from Didier Meïr Long’s encounters with the Dalai Lama and a rabbi from the Mellah of Marrakech. It explores themes such as empathy, resilience, and personal transformation, blending spiritual insights with modern concerns and scientific perspectives.

Publisher’s release and previous works

An excerpt from Nos métamorphoses will be released on 3 November by the publisher. Didier Meïr Long has authored sixteen books on religion, Christianity, Judaism, and the evolution of contemporary beliefs. His earlier work, Defense à Dieu d'entrer, won the Prix Maisons de la Presse in 2005 and the Prix Esprit Bacchus of the City of Saumur.

Professional background in consulting

Didier Meïr Long spent twenty-five years in internet strategic consulting, working with clients such as Fnac.com, Decitre, and Gibert Joseph. His career in consulting, combined with his spiritual journey, informs the interdisciplinary approach of his writing.