Sadhana The Realisation Of Life - Softcover

Tagore, Rabindranath

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9361153331 ISBN 13: 9789361153334

Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP, 2024

Synopsis

The collected essays "Sadhana: The Realization of Life" are authored by the esteemed Bengali poet and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore. The book, which was published in 1913, is a reflection of Tagore's ideas about life, spirituality, and the human condition. The pieces discuss the value of engaging in spiritual practice and introspection to develop a deeper understanding of life and to discover one's true nature. In his discussion of the relationship between the divine and humanity, Tagore emphasizes the oneness of all living things. He explores the notion that realizing a higher awareness and acknowledging the divine within ourselves is the ultimate goal of existence. The essays in " Sadhana " address a variety of subjects, such as the value of labor, the quest of knowledge, the splendor of nature, and the place of art in human life. Poetic and introspective, Tagore's writing inspires readers to ponder life's bigger questions and investigate the spiritual side of things. All things considered, " Sadhana: The Realization of Life" provides insights into Tagore's philosophical outlook as well as his beliefs regarding the spiritual path leading to self-realization and the understanding of life's greater purpose.

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About the Author

Indian polymath Rabindranath Tagore was a well-known poet, philosopher, musician, and artist who had a significant impact on changing the country's intellectual and cultural landscape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In Calcutta (now Kolkata), Tagore was born into a well-to-do Bengali family and started writing poems at a young age. He was the first non-European laureate to win the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1913 for his most well-known work, "Gitanjali" (Song Offerings). In addition to being a brilliant poet, Tagore was a well-known participant in the Indian Renaissance. In Santiniketan, he established Visva-Bharati University, putting a strong emphasis on a holistic education that combined the arts, culture, and environment. Poems, plays, essays, and short tales are among Tagore's literary works, which showcase his profound understanding of spirituality, human nature, and the nexus of tradition and modernity. He wrote both the music and the words to "Jana Gana Mana," which is India's national song. His influence affected India's political and cultural domains in addition to literature. As a fervent supporter of internationalism and humanism, Tagore's achievements have created a lasting legacy that has elevated him to a respected status both in India and around the world.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9361153331
• ISBN 13: 9789361153334
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 84