The Nine Billion Names of God

Length: 17 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Spoken Realms

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In this thought-provoking tale by Arthur C. Clarke, a group of monks embarks on a quest to harness modern technology in an effort to list all nine billion names of God, exploring the profound power of words. Blending elements of science and mysticism, this story was recognized as one of the finest works of science fiction, receiving accolades such as the 2004 retrospective Hugo Award for Best Short Story originally published in 1954.

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