The Śilappadikāram [Hardcover]
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The Śilappadikāram [Hardcover]

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The Śilappadikāram is an ancient Tamil epic poem translated by V. R. Ramachandra Dikshitar. This classic work explores themes of justice, virtue, and the consequences of human actions in a richly detailed narrative.

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The Śilappadikāram, one of the Five Great Epics of Tamil literature, is a masterpiece of ancient Indian literature that dates back to the Sangam period. This comprehensive translation by V. R. Ramachandra Dikshitar presents the epic in an accessible format for modern readers while maintaining scholarly rigor.

The narrative follows the story of Kannaki, a devoted wife who seeks justice after her innocent husband is executed. The epic interweaves intricate tales of love, duty, and divine intervention across the three kingdoms of the Tamil region. Through its poetic verses, the work explores fundamental themes of dharma (righteousness), karma, and the cosmic order.

This hardcover edition by Gyan Publishing House serves as an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of Tamil literature and ancient Indian culture. The translation preserves the philosophical depth and literary beauty of the original composition while providing insights into the social, political, and spiritual dimensions of ancient Tamil civilization.

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Author

Translator: V. R. Ramachandra Dikshitar
Publisher

‏ : ‎ Gyan Publishing House
ISBN

9789367804278

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