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Subrat SaurabhAuthor of Kuch Woh PalTiruchirapalli Sivaraman Shanmugasundaram, whose pen name is Shiv Shankar, has been a writer for the last two decades. His first published book was in Tamil and is called Siranda Kudumba Thalaivi—meaning “An Excellent Housewife”, “His Sojourn in America” is a travelogue about what America is and the governance of its nation and the people’s customs and cultures. His other book, Five Years in Tanzania, is about his rich experiences in East Africa, where he worked as an education officer. Furthermore, he edited magazines in several colleges, where he worked anRead More...
Tiruchirapalli Sivaraman Shanmugasundaram, whose pen name is Shiv Shankar, has been a writer for the last two decades. His first published book was in Tamil and is called Siranda Kudumba Thalaivi—meaning “An Excellent Housewife”, “His Sojourn in America” is a travelogue about what America is and the governance of its nation and the people’s customs and cultures. His other book, Five Years in Tanzania, is about his rich experiences in East Africa, where he worked as an education officer.
Furthermore, he edited magazines in several colleges, where he worked and prepared “Souvenirs” of service organizations, etc. He also writes free-verse poetry and has published many of his poems in an acclaimed literary journal, entitled Efflorescence, as a member of the Chennai Poet’s Circle.
He was awarded The Best Principal Award in 1997 by the government of Tamilnadu, instituted in memory of Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, the great philosopher-cum- statesman. Recently, he has turned his attention to writing for the children and youth. This is how the present publication, India’s Epic Mahabharata, is released and is currently lying in your hands for you to read and enjoy.
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The Tamil Literary work, ‘Thirukkural’ by St. Thiru Valluvar is, (we can very well call it) the world’s ‘Magnificent Literary Work of Supreme knowledge’ in Tamil (one of the many languages spoken in India).
This Southern India Literary work is compiled by the author in such a way that it serves foreigners – ie citizens globally who are unfamiliar with the Tamil Language. The Compiler who is the author of this brief work has mounted his sel
The Tamil Literary work, ‘Thirukkural’ by St. Thiru Valluvar is, (we can very well call it) the world’s ‘Magnificent Literary Work of Supreme knowledge’ in Tamil (one of the many languages spoken in India).
This Southern India Literary work is compiled by the author in such a way that it serves foreigners – ie citizens globally who are unfamiliar with the Tamil Language. The Compiler who is the author of this brief work has mounted his selected pieces on a high pedestal for the sake of prominence and apt attention. He has chosen 108 verses that would represent a few of the important themes that are highly beneficial to Mankind – irrespective of any particular creed, religion, caste, or community. Thus this world–famous literary work has a universal appeal which is the very epitome of worldly knowledge and also of cardinal philosophy in life for the whole human race.
Readers probably may wonder why Shiv Shankar chooses mostly ancient Puranas as themes for his books. It is because in this “Kali Yuga”, the whole world is in great turmoil. People do not bother about “Dharma”, dogmas or principles. Everywhere, there is corruption, nepotism, favoritism and partiality. In short, people do not believe in leading a righteous life.
In this scenario, a solution can only be found in ancient Sreriptures
Readers probably may wonder why Shiv Shankar chooses mostly ancient Puranas as themes for his books. It is because in this “Kali Yuga”, the whole world is in great turmoil. People do not bother about “Dharma”, dogmas or principles. Everywhere, there is corruption, nepotism, favoritism and partiality. In short, people do not believe in leading a righteous life.
In this scenario, a solution can only be found in ancient Sreriptures and Upanishads. In this great Indian epic, we find all kinds and aspects of human beings. There is nothing under the sun that has been set aside in this immortal work.
For example, in one supreme protagonist, we find a high sense of paternal affection and respects unparalleled in mankind; he comes forward to make a big sacrifice. Another character is prepared to lead her life with her blind husband by closing her eyes with a piece of cloth throughout her life.
Villainy, cruelty, ruthless and unscrupulous attitudes are seen in another important yet evil character. The highest degree of gratitude is portrayed in another who is known for his valor and heroism.
There are so many other attractions which will be seen with awe, wonder and admiration when anyone starts reading this great epic.
What to write or what not to write now was in my mind after writing a few books. What to write about was the thought after the decision making. The best topic or theme to choose for the present age especially for children and youth is India’s great Epic Ramayana.” There is no panacea or remedy for the country’s ills unless the children and youth of today emulate the lives of great men of the world and life-like characters (once alive in real life accordi
What to write or what not to write now was in my mind after writing a few books. What to write about was the thought after the decision making. The best topic or theme to choose for the present age especially for children and youth is India’s great Epic Ramayana.” There is no panacea or remedy for the country’s ills unless the children and youth of today emulate the lives of great men of the world and life-like characters (once alive in real life according to ancient scripts and “Puranas”) in the Epic of India, “Ramayana” whose protagonists live a life of worthiness following righteousness, honesty, non-acceptance of gifts, control of human anger, greed, anxiety, hurriedness in mad unworthy pursuits, corrupt practices in all our acts, firm resistance to theft, robbery, sex abuse especially child abuse.
What are we going to do to fight against corruption and other maladies in society? The children may ask – The answer is children and youth who are the pillars of tomorrow’s world should learn not to accept any gift from others – other than birthday and wedding gifts. This would certainly help us lead a life with self-respect and honor.
This immortal story of Ramayana may perhaps help to reduce the evils in society and direct them to the right path of ‘Dharma’ and honest living.
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