Author: Saint-Poet Kanakadasa
Publisher: Manipal Universal Press
ISBN: 9388337166
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 136
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This book presents the mythological narrative of Nala-Damayanti as an epic poem in English. Among the luminaries of sixteenth century Bhakti tradition, Kanakadasa’s literary and musical compositions (kirtanes) are imbued with philosophical meanings, which show immense formative influence on the cultural and literary scene of Karnataka. Also, Kanakadasa’s literary works such as Mohana Tarangini, Haribhaktisara, and the eminent allegorical masterpiece Ramadhanya Charitre incorporate metaphors taken from everyday life, which fascinate the commoners and offers them respite from mundane life-struggles. While such metaphorical expressions represent a remarkable trend in Bhakti poetry, in Kanakadasa’s depiction of Nala and Damayanti’s misfortunes, the toilsome life of common men and women stares forth. Hauled out of their palatial leisurely living, a curious turn of events compels them to survive amidst endless suffering. On one hand Nala Charitre is a poignant story of love, and on the other, it thematizes human existence, humandivine relationship and simplifies poetry to reach the audience beyond the limited circle of literates. As the Bhakti Literature assimilates the vernacular into devotional poetry, Kanakadasa’s epic poem interweaves mythological themes from Mahabharata with struggles of medieval Indian society, thus overcoming the binaries of human and divine.
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Languages : en
Pages : 390
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Author: William J. Jackson
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1317001931
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 262
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The Vijayanagara Empire flourished in South India between 1336 and 1565. Conveying the depth and creativity of Hindu religious and literary expression during that time, Vijayanagara Voices explores some of the contributions made by poets, singer-saints, and philosophers. Through translations and discussions of their lives and times, Jackson presents the voices of these cultural figures and reflects on the concerns of their era, looking especially into the vivid images in their works and their legends. He examines how these images convey both spiritual insights and physical experiences with memorable candour. The studies also raise intriguing questions about the empire's origins and its response to Muslim invaders, its 'Hinduness', and reasons for its ultimate decline. Vijayanagara Voices is a book about patterns in history, literature and life in South India. By examining the culture's archetypal displays, by understanding the culture in its own terms, and by comparing associated images and ideas from other cultures, this book offers unique insights into a rich and influential period in Indian history.
Author: Sir Monier Monier-Williams
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Category : Hinduism
Languages : en
Pages : 390
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Category : English literature
Languages : en
Pages : 192
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Author: ABID SURTI
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
ISBN: 818999929X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 35
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King Nala's life is idyllic - until a cunning cousin tricks him out of his kingdom. Can the love of his beautiful Damayanti survive such a calamity? Will they be able to win bISBN: happiness? Full of twists and turns, the story of this ideal couple is told in the Mahabharata.
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Category : Karnataka (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 440
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Author: Kumar Pradhan
Publisher: New Delhi : Sahitya Akademi
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Category : Nepali literature
Languages : en
Pages : 264
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Category : Carnatic (India)
Languages : en
Pages : 188
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Author: David Patrick
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Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
Languages : en
Pages : 906
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