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Kannada poet, scholar and theatre exponent K. Marulasiddappa speaks about the origins of Kannada literature in Jaina literature and philosophy, as opposed to Vedic origins. The shift to Shaivite traditions, the development of a parallel Vaishnavite tradition and the evolution of musical systems…
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L. Hanumanthaiah, Kannada poet and scholar, speaks of the social origins and preoccupations of the Vachana movement, and the advent of Veerashaivism as a social solvent of the caste system. He notes the present reification of Veerashaivism as being contrary to its original impetus, and stresses on…
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The meaning of Bhakti: etymology and history
Etymologically, the Sanskrit word bhakti is derived from the root bhaj, which would mean, 'to revere', 'to share', 'to partake', and 'to worship'. While the dominant denotation of the word bhakti would be 'devotion', it would encompass a range…
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On the origins of rock-cut architecture in India
The Elephanta Caves are a unique monument. Various people formed different opinions on them, especially in the initial years, and many foreign travellers have visited India just to view these caves. Visitors were often surprised by the nature of…
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