Dialogics Of Self The Mahabharata And Culture
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Dialogics Of Self The Mahabharata And Culture
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Author : Lakshmi Bandlamudi
language : en
Publisher: Anthem Press
Release Date : 2011
Dialogics Of Self The Mahabharata And Culture written by Lakshmi Bandlamudi and has been published by Anthem Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Literary Criticism categories.
'Dialogics of Self, the Mahabharata and Culture: The History of Understanding and Understanding of History' explores the interrelationships between individual and cultural historical dynamics in interpreting texts, using key concepts from Bakhtin's theory of dialogics. This ambitious volume discusses the limits of fixed monologic discourses and the benefits of fluid dialogic discourses, and provides a cultural and psychological analysis of the epic Indian text the 'Mahabharata'. The problem addressed by 'Dialogics of Self, the Mahabharata and Culture' is not just how we understand and narrate history, but also how the very mechanism by which we understand and narrate history itself has a history. This volume is about the interplay of several histories - that of the individual, individual's past relationship to the text, which in turn is dependent on the nature of encounters they have had in the past, and the history of the text, and the very history of understanding.
Dialogics Self Mahabharata And Culture
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Author : BANDLAMUDI
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-10-15
Dialogics Self Mahabharata And Culture written by BANDLAMUDI and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-15 with categories.
The Historical And Cultural Context Of The Mahabharata
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Author : StoryBuddiesPlay
language : en
Publisher: StoryBuddiesPlay
Release Date : 2024-05-17
The Historical And Cultural Context Of The Mahabharata written by StoryBuddiesPlay and has been published by StoryBuddiesPlay this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-05-17 with Fiction categories.
Embark on a Journey Through the Mahabharata: A Timeless Epic of Ancient India The Mahabharata, a sprawling Sanskrit epic, is not just a story; it's a cultural phenomenon that has captivated audiences for millennia. Often compared to the Iliad and Odyssey in its grandeur, the Mahabharata offers a rich tapestry of war, politics, philosophy, and human drama. This comprehensive guide delves into the heart of the epic, making it accessible for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Unraveling the Core Narrative: A Kingdom Divided Our exploration begins with the central conflict – the bitter rivalry between the Pandavas and the Kauravas, two sets of cousins vying for the throne of Hastinapura. We witness the seeds of discord sown through jealousy and ambition, culminating in the infamous game of dice that strips the Pandavas of their kingdom and dignity. Witness the epic's pivotal moments – the thirteen years of exile, the failed attempt at reconciliation, and the inevitable clash that leads to the devastating Kurukshetra War. Beyond the Battlefield: A Tapestry of Faith The Mahabharata is deeply rooted in the religious landscape of ancient India. We delve into the significance of core Hindu concepts like dharma (righteous duty), karma (law of cause and effect), and moksha (liberation). Explore the presence of a vast pantheon of deities, with a special focus on Krishna, the divine charioteer, and his profound teachings within the Bhagavad Gita. Echoes of Strength: Gender and the Women of the Mahabharata Far from mere bystanders, the women of the epic are powerful figures who defy stereotypes. We meet Draupadi, the strong-willed common wife of the Pandavas, Kunti, the embodiment of sacrifice, and Gandhari, a symbol of unwavering loyalty. Uncover the complexities of gender roles within a patriarchal society, the challenges women face, and the strength they display in the face of adversity. A Philosophical Discourse: Unveiling the Bhagavad Gita Nestled within the Mahabharata lies the Bhagavad Gita, a foundational text of Hinduism. We explore the timeless wisdom it imparts, focusing on themes like duty, action, detachment, and the path to liberation. Examine the concept of the Self (Atman) and its ultimate unity with Brahman, the universal principle. Learn how the Bhagavad Gita transcends the immediate context of war to offer a guide for navigating the complexities of life. The Enduring Legacy: A Journey Beyond Words The Mahabharata's influence extends far beyond the written word. Discover the vibrant world of performance traditions that have kept the epic alive for centuries – from Katha recitations to theatrical adaptations and captivating dance forms. Explore the impact of the Mahabharata on visual arts like paintings and sculptures, and delve into its influence on literature, from modern retellings to its global reach through adaptations in Southeast Asia. Uncover the enduring relevance of the Mahabharata in the modern world. How does the epic continue to spark discussions on social issues, inspire political commentary, and offer profound wisdom for personal reflection? This comprehensive guide is just the beginning of your exploration. Dive deeper into unresolved questions, feminist critiques, and the exciting new interpretations of the Mahabharata in the digital age. Embrace the journey and discover why the Mahabharata remains a timeless masterpiece, captivating readers and inspiring generations to come.
Difference Dialogue And Development
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Author : Lakshmi Bandlamudi
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2015-12-22
Difference Dialogue And Development written by Lakshmi Bandlamudi and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-12-22 with Psychology categories.
Difference, Dialogue, and Development is an in-depth exploration of the collected works of Mikhail Bakhtin to find relevance of key concepts of dialogism for understanding various aspects of human development. Taking the reality of differences in the world as a given, Bandlamudi argues that such a reality necessitates dialogue, and actively responding to that necessity leads to development. The varied works of Bakhtin that span several decades passing through the most tumultuous period in Russian history, are brought under one banner of three D’s – Difference, Dialogue and Development – and the composite features of the three D’s emerge as leitmotifs in every chapter.
Bakhtinian Explorations Of Indian Culture
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Author : Lakshmi Bandlamudi
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-02-11
Bakhtinian Explorations Of Indian Culture written by Lakshmi Bandlamudi and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-02-11 with Social Science categories.
This volume, an important contribution to dialogic and Bakhtin studies, shows the natural fit between Bakhtin’s ideas and the pluralistic culture of India to a global academic audience. It is premised on the fact that long before principles of dialogism took shape in the Western world, these ideas, though not labelled as such, were an integral part of intellectual histories in India. Bakhtin’s ideas and intellectual traditions of India stand under the same banner of plurality, open-endedness and diversity of languages and social speech types and, therefore, the affinity between the thinker and the culture seems natural. Rather than being a mechanical import of Bakhtin’s ideas, it is an occasion to reclaim, reactivate and reenergize inherent dialogicality in the Indian cultural, historical and philosophical histories. Bakhtin is not an incidental figure, for he offers precise analytical tools to make sense of the incredibly complex differences at every level in the cultural life of India. Indian heterodoxy lends well to a Bakhtinian reading and analysis and the papers herein attest to this. The papers range from how ideas from Indo-European philology reached Bakhtin through a circuitous route, to responses to Bakhtin’s thought on the carnival from the philosophical perspectives of Abhinavagupta, to a Bakhtinian reading of literary texts from India. The volume also includes an essay on ‘translation as dialogue’ – an issue central to multilingual cultures – and on inherent dialogicality in the long intellectual traditions in India.
Difference Dialogue And Development
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Author : Lakshmi Bandlamudi
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2015-12-22
Difference Dialogue And Development written by Lakshmi Bandlamudi and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-12-22 with Psychology categories.
Difference, Dialogue, and Development is an in-depth exploration of the collected works of Mikhail Bakhtin to find relevance of key concepts of dialogism for understanding various aspects of human development. Taking the reality of differences in the world as a given, Bandlamudi argues that such a reality necessitates dialogue, and actively responding to that necessity leads to development. The varied works of Bakhtin that span several decades passing through the most tumultuous period in Russian history, are brought under one banner of three D’s – Difference, Dialogue and Development – and the composite features of the three D’s emerge as leitmotifs in every chapter.
Colonial Transformation And Asian Religions In Modern History
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Author : David W. Kim
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Release Date : 2018-10-12
Colonial Transformation And Asian Religions In Modern History written by David W. Kim and has been published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-12 with History categories.
The localisation of a region, group, or culture was a common social phenomenon in pre-modern Asia, but global colonialism began to affect the lifestyle of local people. What was the political condition of the relationship between insiders and outsiders? The impact of colonial authorities over religious communities has not received significant attention, even though the Asian continent is the home of many religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam, Shintoism, and Shamanism. Colonial Transformation and Asian Religions in Modern History presents multi-angled perspectives of socio-religious transition. It uses the cultural religiosity of the Asian people as a lens through which readers can re-examine the concepts of imperialism, religious syncretism and modernisation. The contributors interpret the growth of new religions as another facet of counter-colonialism. This new approach offers significant insight into comprehending the practical agony and sorrow of regional people throughout Asian history.
From Dasarajna To Kuruksetra
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Author : Kanad Sinha
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2021-11-24
From Dasarajna To Kuruksetra written by Kanad Sinha and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-11-24 with History categories.
Is it true that the ancient Indians had no sense of History? The book begins with this question, and points out how the ways of perceiving the past could be culture-specific and how the concept of historical traditions can be useful in studying the various ways of memorising and representing the past, even if those ways do not necessarily correspond to the methodology of the Occidental discipline called 'History'. Ancient India had several historical traditions, and the book focuses on one of them, the itihasa. It also shows how the Mahabharata is the best illustration of this tradition, and how a historical study of the contents of the text, with comparison with and corroboration from other contemporary sources and traditions, may help us restore the text in its original context in the bardic historical tradition about the Later Vedic Kurus. Is the Mahabharata then an authentic history? This book does not claim so. However, it shows how the text had originated as a critical reflection on a great period of transition, how it dealt with the conflicting philosophies of the transitional period, how it propounded its thesis by creating new kinds of heroes such as Yudhisthira and Krsna, and how the text was reworked when it was canonized by the brahmanas.
Religious Narrative Cognition And Culture
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Author : Armin W. Geertz
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2014-10-20
Religious Narrative Cognition And Culture written by Armin W. Geertz and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-10-20 with Religion categories.
'Religious Narrative, Cognition and Culture' brings together some of the world's leading scholars in the fields of cognitive science and comparative religion. The essays range across diverse fields: the neurological processes and possible genetic foundations of how language emerged; the possible phylogenetic routes in the development of language and culture; the complex interrelations between the ontogenesis and the sociogenesis of cognitive processes; the value of a combination of neurology, narratology and a reworked speech-act approach that focuses on narrative; how the psychology of ritual helps make narrative beliefs possible; religious narratives; emotional communication; the role of gossip as religious narrative; area studies of religious narrative and cognition in the Bible; Indian Epic literature; Australian Aboriginal mythology and ritual; modern religious forms such as New Age, Asatro, astrological narrative and virtual rituals in cyberspace.
Narratives Of Agency
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Author : Wimal Dissanayake
language : en
Publisher: U of Minnesota Press
Release Date : 1996
Narratives Of Agency written by Wimal Dissanayake and has been published by U of Minnesota Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1996 with Social Science categories.
This multidisciplinary collection underlines the importance of understanding the operations of human agency - defined here as the ability to exert power, specifically in resistance to ideological pressure. In particular, the contributors emphasize the historical and cultural conditions that facilitate the production of agency in an effort to gain a deeper understanding of the cultures of China, India, and Japan. The contributors argue that traditional Western approaches to the study of these cultures have unduly focused on the pervasive influence of family and clan (China), caste and fatalism (India), and groupism (Japan), reminding us that members of a community have to make personal choices, struggle and interact with others, and confront new challenges, all of which involve intentionality and human agency.