The book “The Experience of Epiphany” by the famous American orientalist, philosopher, and meditation master Joseph Goldstein is devoted to the topic of self-knowledge, self-improvement and spiritual self-realization of a person with the help of traditional Buddhist meditation. The author focuses on practical methods of working to cleanse one’s own inner world, leading to enlightenment and liberation of a person from imperfection. Deep knowledge of the psychological problems of spiritual seekers helps the author adapt the ancient teachings of Buddha Gotama according to the modern picture of the world. The popular form of presentation, accessible style, depth of penetration into the subject - all this allows us to conclude that the book will be received with interest by the widest circle of readers.