Searching for Shalom Millions have read this short but powerful book and have found in the truths contained in its pages a happiness; a freedom; a peace; a shalom that passes understanding. Many have read this book ten or more times; picking it up over and over again to find comfort when grieving; strength during hardship; hope through discouragement; peace amidst stress; joy at times of sadness; and victory over habits. Even in times of prosperity and calm people enjoy reading it to lift them to an even higher experience with God.