Description
The Śilappadikāram, also known as the Tale of an Ankle Bracelet, is one of the five great epics of Tamil literature and a cornerstone of ancient Indian literary tradition. Composed in the 5th century CE, this remarkable work tells the story of Kannagi, a virtuous merchant’s wife who seeks divine justice after her innocent husband is executed for a crime he did not commit.
V. R. Ramachandra Dikshitar’s translation renders this complex classical work into comprehensible modern language while preserving its poetic essence and cultural significance. The epic weaves together themes of justice, virtue, devotion, and the consequences of dharma (righteous duty), offering readers profound insights into ancient Tamil society, customs, and spiritual beliefs. This edition by Gyan Publishing House is essential for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Indian literature and classical studies.
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