The Covenant Of Water Podcast - Episode 1 | Oprah's Super Soul

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Oprah sits down with New York Times bestselling author Dr. Abraham Verghese for a compelling six-part conversation on his latest book, The Covenant of Water. In this episode, Oprah and Abraham discuss his journey into medicine and how he crafted this epic tale. Abraham answers questions from readers about the title's meaning while Oprah shares why this is her 101st Oprah Book Club pick.
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@OWN 11 ай бұрын

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@patriciachelule4276 10 ай бұрын

No😮😢😢😮 20:44

@maryaabdel 9 ай бұрын

Watched them all 🙂

@susanjames4226 9 ай бұрын

Oprah, Oprah, my dear Oprah... if you're going to convert this to a series. Please do not do 'generic' 'Indian' things like the weird 'Indian' music in the beginning. Kerala music, culture, arts, religions, architecture etc. are VERY unique. Don't spoil a good book by introducing generic Indianness.

@susanjames4226 9 ай бұрын

Just one more message for dear Oprah - please don't let anyone other than Malayali film directors handle this series. Malayali film directors are world famous especially in the film festival circuit. Please make use of them. The production company could be Hollywood, of course. Please hire genuine Syrian Christian researchers in Kerala to create the set. And needless to say, set it in Kerala. I say this because I see huge distortions in western directed films on Kerala. One of the reasons why Arundhati Roy refused to sell the film rights to her coveted novel. Lots of love for the venture.

@unclejay2402 8 ай бұрын

You reported my comment for say scumbag?? Try living in poverty then have a multi billionaire tell you that you should donate money to save Hawaii. Like I said scumbag. Report me this again who gives a f

@therelationshipzonet.r.z.2258 11 ай бұрын

"In the absence of proof, I choose to hold belief"... that rested in my spirit.

@hrbob8349 11 ай бұрын

Same here.

@jamewest 9 ай бұрын

yet you can't believe in Jesus 😂

@entityisking 8 ай бұрын

I state facts when I say that Oprah is a greedy evil woman. She reminds me of the dictator of China with the way she presents herself.

@AraamRetreats 9 ай бұрын

I am going to Kerala !!! I can't shake the feeling ! I must go ... watching the opening of these episodes has inspired me !! Leaving in 5 days !

@noxolosakang6547 10 ай бұрын

I am just love how Oprah makes her guests feel special and appreciated. Her kindness reveals her wisdom and intelligence

@dpellek74 10 ай бұрын

Oprah is a satanic worshiper

@olgagiles5773 10 ай бұрын

@@dpellek74There is always some demonic, imbecile full of hatred and jealousy. Do you actually think Oprah is even aware of your pitiful, ignorant a$$? I would say take your medication or perhaps, an enema...sounds like you need a deep cleansing.

@elfineshworku5327 6 ай бұрын

I read this book of 719 pages in less than one month. I was mesmerised and did not want to put it down. In the middle of the night when I couldn’t continue to sleep, I read the book. Very thrilling. It is the best book I ever read after his first book „Cutting for Stone“! Thank you Sir! 🙏🏽❤️👍🏽

@Asifkabeer 3 ай бұрын

We so rarely realise the lack of warmth and gentleness in the world when we hear Dr Verghese

@trinjuwan4422 11 ай бұрын

My first thought in listening to Dr. Abraham is that EVERY DR NEEDS to read this book. Most Dr's I've interacted with are DISCONNECTED from the human spirit‼️

@fredrickkalokola8631 11 ай бұрын

I’m a physician for just over 10 years now in the practice, I would always say that one cannot be in the field of medicine and not believe that there’s God/higher spiritual being unless you’re caught up in your own ego thinking that you’re the one healing people.

@beverleyvaughan9125 5 ай бұрын

Just had tests done in hospital, I felt rushed & unheard, time to get over the experience

@sandracaezza7234 6 ай бұрын

I long for such intellectual conversations. TY. The world needs a larger view. My parents always taught, “ open the window & see the view.” I light a candle that the world will begin🙏🏻🕯

@angelarobinson8349 11 ай бұрын

I am so grateful to be a medical practitioner. Every day I am reminded that I am fortunate to be able to care for my patients. I understand the difference between being cured but not healed. Not many doctors take the time to heal their patients. I treat addiction often and most of the time it is not necessary about choice and morals but about the misunderstanding of the risks of becoming addicted with short term drug use is great. This series is wonderful. I could listen to Dr Abraham for hours.

@virginiaashmore8643 11 ай бұрын

Abraham might consider adding Actor to his list of achievements. I was honored with his reading of the audiobook by how he brought each character to life. Thank you for reminding us of God who resides in all life.

@barbarahernandez4713 11 ай бұрын

His reading is so enthralling.

@imaniwilson1848 10 ай бұрын

I felt the same way! His gorgeous voice was like a character unto itself. Such depth and authenticity, no one else could have done it justice.

@Altruismisreal27 11 ай бұрын

His writing is part of his practice of healing, which can be physical, spiritual and psychological.

@Ukie88 4 ай бұрын

Just finished reading this and have been inspired and humbled by its portrayal of humanity in all its shades. Thank you again Abraham. You have led me again to the promised land.

@tomaradoss3420 11 ай бұрын

Heal without the ability to cure! POWERFUL

@wrsantos 8 ай бұрын

You know she traffics kids for her boss?

@needle.thread.watercolor-jloh 10 ай бұрын

I finished the book yesterday, and like you, I need to read more from A. Verghese. I have already read Cutting for Stone. Thank you for these interviews.

@kingjudah27 10 ай бұрын

The Covenant of Water is an absolute masterpiece that captivated me from start to finish. With its lyrical prose and vivid descriptions, the author transported me to a richly crafted world where the power of water holds both beauty and danger. The characters were deeply complex and their struggles felt so real, making it impossible not to become emotionally invested in their journey. The intricate plot was masterfully woven, filled with unexpected twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat. This enchanting tale not only explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the indomitable human spirit, but also delves into thought-provoking questions about the delicate balance between humanity and nature. The Covenant of Water is a must-read for anyone seeking a captivating and thought-provoking fantasy novel that lingers in the mind long after the final page. Thank you, Abraham. ✨

@rogee6425 10 ай бұрын

Ditto!!!

@dibin2liju 7 ай бұрын

Fantasy ? .. I felt that it’s more closer to the truth .. stories that I have heard from my grandparents come alive in this book ..

@user-zq4ql7hj7y 11 ай бұрын

I love Oprah's voice, as a black woman I love Oprah I see people in Hollywood trying to make Oprah look bad. Keep going Oprah do the Elohims work.

@rethabilenxumalo9742 11 ай бұрын

Right, just realized I can't stop loving her❤️😊

@olgagiles5773 10 ай бұрын

Oprah, like most of us, understand that NO ONE can make you look bad unless that is how you feel about yourself. Why waste time worrying about what negativity is being spewed? We will continue to support her and spread the love and acceptance.

@heppal1828 11 ай бұрын

Deeply philosophical and intellectually engaging conversation. Oprah has this uncanny ability to extract information from her guests. Remarkable!

@karendube5250 11 ай бұрын

What a wonderful Podcast Thank you Oprah and Abraham I had stopped lighting candles but will start again I once lost my bike keys I was distraught as cycling was the best way for me to get to work My neighbour told me not to worry because she would light a candle for me I found my keys the same day. I have lost myself by stopping to light candles. After listening to the Podcast I have hope that those evading my privacy can stop immediately to restore my Family to enjoy the happy life that has become a distant wishful dream. Pray for my Family to connect as a close knit team. Thank you

@michlnyc 11 ай бұрын

I’m so happy Oprah is doing super soul again! And with an amazing book & author. ❤

@maryaabdel 11 ай бұрын

Oh My God. Thank you Abraham and thank you Oprah. I just paused this session to go light a candle. I hope that one day my book gets picked and read by one of you.

@saraiday1646 10 ай бұрын

What is your book?

@maryaabdel 10 ай бұрын

@@saraiday1646 Thank you for asking. My novel title: My Land, My Nile. At the moment I am looking for a literary agent.

@maryaabdel 9 ай бұрын

@@JohnWilliams_ Thank you

@entityisking 8 ай бұрын

F### Oprah. You can’t say you believe in a god that is just and true if you support oprah Winfrey in any way shape or form. She’s represents evil if we’re referring to the bible

@DonnyNoMarie 11 ай бұрын

Ok. When I clicked on this video, I was half-assed paying attention to this discussion. When Oprah mentioned the book, "My Own Country," I sat up straight! I read that book. It's fantastic.

@umiiyabode 11 ай бұрын

I'll be ordering this book. I'm currently reading "The Love Songs of W.E.B. DuBois"!

@Beemers07 11 ай бұрын

That was an excellent read!

@umiiyabode 10 ай бұрын

@@Beemers07 Yes! I'm about a 1/3 of the way through!

@bredaobrennan9993 8 ай бұрын

Sound of Freedom!!

@KatOMLife 11 ай бұрын

I love seeing Oprah so in awe and geeked out. Because she's just like us. What a lovely series. This is done so beautifully. Can't wait for more! Thank you!

@patriciachelule4276 10 ай бұрын

😂😂 18:18

@tuan7091 8 ай бұрын

You both are delusional.😂

@canaryjonescom 8 ай бұрын

Murderous demonrat.

@cristhegearmonkey 8 ай бұрын

How you feel about Oprah now 🤔

@winning269 8 ай бұрын

"Just like us" 😂😂😂😂

@carlettagoodrich-mann1377 11 ай бұрын

BE fluid Be clear. BE concise BE creative. BE Committed to LIVE in the blessings from GOD.

@tpw5124 11 ай бұрын

Phenomenal book. I lived inside it for 3 days, reading it cover to cover. It really was difficult to finish it and let it go, it was that marvelous and engaging. Truly a gift!

@imaniwilson1848 11 ай бұрын

I had the same experience, except I listened to the audio version. So not only did I not want to let go of the story, I missed his voice when it was over 😢

@aadam4642 10 ай бұрын

3 days??? How did finish it in 3 days

@mosachobokoane1731 4 ай бұрын

34:27. This means so much to me, it reminded me to sit still and that God Gives us better than we ask for.

@almiralewis4319 8 ай бұрын

I am watching this before reading . It’s going to help me decide if I want to read 😊

@corinaspfx 11 ай бұрын

not throwing shade but it's nice to see oprah this relaxed and not interrupting

@sacosta1474 11 ай бұрын

What a Beautiful man..🙏🏽

@Makhayaafrica 11 ай бұрын

I have not read the book... but I work at a children's hospital and the interview given me a small crack into the lives of the pediatricians...most of them are specialists. This interview has filled me up.

@yvonnevazsaxena6712 11 ай бұрын

I enjoyed every moment of this beautiful 50 minutes with the great Oprah and very special Dr. Abraham Verghes. I am going to buy this book as soon as I can. Waiting to be an ardent listener to the next episode of Oprah with Dr Abraham.

@floraaranibar7421 29 күн бұрын

Brilliant!❤ this is magestic! Oprah & Dr Abraham atre delightful to hear! Their voices touched my soul! Thank you Oprah !😊for having the open mind to choose angifted writer!

@SharonRiver 11 ай бұрын

Abraham -- you ARE an artist!

@KeanuReevesCharles-uw3mx 11 ай бұрын

I’m using this medium to appreciate and thank you for your continuous support and prayers throughout my movie 🎥 career once again thank you and a very happy month of July! Be blessed.

@itsmeycb 11 ай бұрын

Girl, Oprah loves this book! I am manifesting my seat at her table, chatting about my novel!

@lolaispure4296 11 ай бұрын

I see it❤

@itsmeycb 11 ай бұрын

@@lolaispure4296 YESSSSS!!!!! 💕

@pamelaking9715 3 ай бұрын

I'll come back to this podcast after I've read the book.

@carlasmith6847 10 ай бұрын

I'm only on chapter 26 but I'm so emotionally involved with these characters. I see the puzzle developing as Verghese masterfully uncovers the next piece.

@robertahoffmann8820 10 ай бұрын

I light candles tooo! Light a candle 🕯️… Say a prayer🙏.

@keitumetsekaphiwa9224 6 ай бұрын

The difference between healing and curing.... I needed to understand this

@ronaldmccray5009 11 ай бұрын

His words and self presence has been guided through the funnel of God’s Grace to speak to the mental blindness.

@denahfeigenbaum9371 4 ай бұрын

Wow Oprah, this interview really allows me to see why I love you. You are an amazing interviewer. Ameen.

@Caperhere 11 ай бұрын

I’ve finished listening to it. You don’t hear the word “ masterful” anymore, but that seems like the best word to describe The Covenant of Water. Cutting For Stone is wonderful, too. I’ve listened to it twice so far. I am hoping he releases an audio version of The Tennis Partner.

@suffragettesoul2687 11 ай бұрын

This is one of the books that audio version is a more fulfilling experience than the lecture.

@Seemstobereal 8 ай бұрын

Just finished the book and happy to hear Dr. Verghese

@sarahfoss567 11 ай бұрын

Just finished the book. I laughed so hard and I cried so hard and was amazed by, for example, by the best description of racism I’ve ever read

@jeanettesdaughter 11 ай бұрын

Remarkable insight. In Cutting for Stone you will find the best examples, the very definition of male tyranny against women: female circumcision and the nearly impossible repair of said unnecessary cutting of girls by the doctors who try to care for them.

@felinefokus 11 ай бұрын

Yall are becoming very persuasive in the comments for me to get this book ☺

@imaniwilson1848 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely the BEST description I’ve ever heard as well! Such a true, artful and eloquent conversation on the subject, I backed up the audio and listened again. Astounding! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

@imaniwilson1848 11 ай бұрын

@@felinefokus I would suggest the audiobook if you have access. Listening to his gorgeous voice was like another character in the book. It added such depth. And you don’t have to wonder whether the pronunciation in your head is correct. 😊

@debihardwick2519 9 ай бұрын

I love the when he said the deeper stuff is just about being open.

@tw4943 10 ай бұрын

IM SOOOOOOOOOO looking forward to reading this book! OMG!

@fearlessfemale 11 ай бұрын

ooh I am so excited to get started on this book

@chia3805 11 ай бұрын

✨What a humble person 🙏🏼

@tanyajennings6120 11 ай бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and the insight into the mind and heart behind one of the most compelling books I’ve read in a long time. The degree of sacrifices and loss was astounding, yet most felt like new birth blessings, despite the tragedies. In the extraordinary experiences of death, the legacy of life sprang eternal…❤

@MoorePeterson-xx9xf 8 ай бұрын

Hello there how are you doing? I saw your comment on here it's nice to be talking with you

@henrikelanschuetzer4261 4 ай бұрын

What a precious highly spiritual physician ❤❤❤

@ilene6067 10 ай бұрын

Reading is power

@samuraiplayzyt3765 Ай бұрын

Welcome to Kerala, one Caste one Religion and one God for all humans

@edithhall7831 11 ай бұрын

Excellent Podcast 😃 anytime you can get my attention for any period of time. You must be saying something pretty profound and yes He did looking forward to the next session. Congratulations Ms Oprah Winfrey's podcast The covenant of Water

@Caperhere 11 ай бұрын

Another good book about a person recognizing he was born to practice medicine is called “ Not As a Stranger”, by Morton Thompson.

@shesochic1803 11 ай бұрын

LOVE THAT WHITEBOARD!! Sometimes you just have to get it out

@tamaraspriggs4448 11 ай бұрын

Wow, seeing his drawings, I feel he definitely is an artist. He is an immense talent, and very nice looking man

@patriciagutierrez7615 Ай бұрын

I am reading the book… I read “ cutting for Stone several year ago a loved a had my daughter a Granddaughter read it too. He is such a great writer!!!

@ilene6067 10 ай бұрын

I have not listened to super soul Sunday for a while. But this one needs much likes. Love ❤️ it. Amen 🙏🏼

@seodiwhite 11 ай бұрын

I loved the book and I'm enjoying the conversation!!

@tracymartin287 11 ай бұрын

Thank you both for this conversation. Looking forward to reading this book.

@GustavoGomez-yy4ld 10 ай бұрын

I love you Oprah❤, you fill my being with love just by looking at you.

@AFRICANHEATS-FUSION 10 ай бұрын

Such a deep conversation gets me thinking the beauty of life now and after it’s just amazing.

@thomasthomasphilp4393 11 ай бұрын

He is from my native state "Kerala". This indian state is called Gods own country. Its a beautiful place

@nmenonm 11 ай бұрын

Oprah, you should definitely go to Kerala, God's own country and enjoy the Kumarakom retreats by the backwaters and see the houseboats, so proud of you Dr. Abraham Varghese

@curtismarquardt8894 11 ай бұрын

What a wonderful book! Such an epic, weaving tale that is gripping in so many ways. Verghese is a master of the craft of writing.

@tinotendamakova5563 9 ай бұрын

I’m still to read this book. I love how his philosophy

@angeleusebio9451 11 ай бұрын

CONGRATS TO OWN,OPRAH NICE TALKSHOW, SHOWS now a 100k pattern for subscriber is happening yeah more power

@sarahmisbah7152 7 ай бұрын

Being a Dr I like what you said about Ministry of healing

@user-ml1ur9eq1o 11 ай бұрын

Ties right into my “New Thought” mindset ❤

@Preteahumblegirl 8 ай бұрын

I can’t wait to read this book 📚 ❤

@SandraMunoz-cr2ei 10 ай бұрын

Yes... "Entering Sacred Space" when connecting with another soul

@teegee2261 9 ай бұрын

I've been listening to the audio The Covenant of Water. It's a long read of a series of stories that lead into each person's lives. I'm at the chapter which now explains the title more clearly. I'm enjoying the read thus far. It was a little slow starting but worth the read.

@sarahmisbah7152 7 ай бұрын

If you don’t have a god you must get one!!!!!! Spot on Dr Abraham

@am1951 10 ай бұрын

I’m debating whether to read the book before listening to this

@dpellek74 10 ай бұрын

Don't waste ur time. She is evil

@Improvemypronunciation 11 ай бұрын

What an amazing interview with 2 lovely people. I’d love to read this book bc i remember when you first recommended it.

@fayeshay 10 ай бұрын

You are a true healer. ❤❤

@Trendsetic 10 ай бұрын

I wish all doctors spoke this way, I really do.

@toni-ann18 11 ай бұрын

Oprah looks good. ❤

@fatou1975 11 ай бұрын

A bit frail and skinny to me, but I love her and she is a wonderful soul ❤❤

@sailingmoore 9 ай бұрын

Maybe It's the effect of her "free" gummies 😂

@stephinstephen8759 11 ай бұрын

Kerala mentioned in this conversation very happy moments 😊

@donnadopazo6705 11 ай бұрын

She is 12 years old & she will be married in the morning All I could imagine, after reading these words, was the precious, beautiful, inquisitive, knowledge hungry, sensitive, straight A, ballet, tap, jazz dancing, lacrosse, tennis playing, skiing, artistic, kind face of my most treasured 12 year old granddaughter

@jeanettesdaughter 11 ай бұрын

Well that’s you in the West grandma. Millions of girls in Africa and Asia and even in the Americas have no such opportunities and privileges. That’s why we read, to learn of others lives and perhaps feeling something besides smug, act differently in the world. Carry on.

@donnadopazo6705 11 ай бұрын

@@jeanettesdaughter not feeling smug, feeling tremendous empathy for our young girls experiences, throughout the world, & tremendous gratitude & appreciation for my blessings & the compassion & strength of women in All situations, to support, mentor & uplift each other✨

@KeanuReevesCharles-uw3mx 11 ай бұрын

@@donnadopazo6705 I’m using this medium to appreciate and thank you for your continuous support and prayers throughout my movie 🎥 career once again thank you and a very happy month of July! Be blessed.

@vasavikakkat4303 11 ай бұрын

I'm excited to announce that Super Soul Sunday is now available in the UK! However, I understand that many of the videos are still not accessible in the UK. Could you please grant UK residents access to the archived Super Soul Sunday videos?😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢

@kathrynmihalek6302 10 ай бұрын

Awesome..he reminds me of Paulo cohelo

@thedeathadvocate 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this with us ❤❤❤

@KeanuReevesCharles-uw3mx 10 ай бұрын

Hello

@brendamiller3055 11 ай бұрын

What an amazing interview just love it I just loved it

@tiffanifloyd1552 11 ай бұрын

So excited for this😊😊❤❤

@foodie4ever 11 ай бұрын

verklempt: overcome with emotion (you're welcome ☺)

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@preeshilaguness4689 11 ай бұрын

I understand Oprah is worldwide from USA.

@thomasthomasphilp4393 11 ай бұрын

Would you interview Arundathi Roy, the booker prize winner from Kerala, India?

@Knowledgeispower2000 10 ай бұрын

What a wonderful book. I forgot where I came from and where I am going.

@carlettagoodrich-mann1377 11 ай бұрын

The Doctors TOUCH a must follow for spiritual lenses .

@rfeshaye1643 10 ай бұрын

I can not wait till I read it

@chandersharma3784 10 ай бұрын

Thankyou for sharing!!

@mpholephuthi 11 ай бұрын

Love this Mama' O ❤

@magdalynekanjejo3042 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful!!!!

@lucindawilson5510 11 ай бұрын

very powerful sincerely deep thanks again

@KShannonShannon-dn6zf 11 ай бұрын

"Bye Felicia" moment 😅

@roseannebercier2224 11 ай бұрын

I attended an AA mtg of which held in some circles ‘celebrity’ the elite possibly in some circles. At the time I was in a treatment center for A/D addictions. When it came time to share I said ‘Hi my name is Roseanne and I’m a NeuroSurgeon. You could here a pin drop/ today could be seen as a mic drop. That was 20 plus yrs ago

@arlenegraham0013 7 ай бұрын

I am blown away by this conversation and want to learn more to share with the young at-risk girls that my non-profit organization serves in Trinidad and Tobago. Can someone donate 10 books? Much appreciated with thanks.