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An Exploration of The Concept of Spiritual Union in The Poetry of George Herbert and Tukaram
Get PDFThe summum bonum of every human soul, according to men and women of faith, is union with God in mutual love. There is a quest within human beings to be united with God. The union is the convergence of physical and spiritual worlds, reason and matter, soul and body, flesh and Spirit. People want to coexist with the all-encompassing Spirit known as Brahman, or God. It demands harmony between being and becoming, immanence and transcendence, and contemplation and action. God is the creator of all things. The universe cannot tell us exactly who God is or what he is because the passing world cannot comprehend this mystery. The grace of oneness with the divine is given to a spiritual person when he or they have reached the illuminative stage. The paper begins with defining the basic concepts and ideas of spiritual union according to the seventeenth-century metaphysical poets George Herbert, a British, and Tukaram, an Indian, followed by a short description of Christian and Hindu tradition. While Herbert explains being united with the Almighty without losing one\u27s identity as a creature, Tukaram points out that to be in union with the Lord is to lose one\u27s identity and become one in the Lord. Thus, this study explores the vast array of mystical experiences and sentiments of divine connection found in their poetry. It delves into their deep cultural and religious traditions, emphasising the significance of love, surrender, adoration, and the transformative influence of the divine presence in their poetic works. This paper highlights a deeper awareness of the intricacies of human spirituality and various paths that lead to the intimate relationship with the Divine by pointing to the similarities and distinctiveness in their poetry. It further encourages investigating profound spiritual communication and relationship with the divine through different traditions
Enunciating Transition in Indian Civilization: An Analysis of Disability in Ancient Indian Texts
Get PDFThis paper attempts to re-evaluate and reconsider the portrayal of disability by analysing the philosophy of inclusivity in ancient Indian culture through a close reading of the Ancient Indian Texts. Although it is preordained that disability has been regarded as a sin or an outlaw in Indian society, from a vigilant standpoint, it appears to be incomprehensible. This is more of a socio-temporal change that resulted from colonialism. The epics like the Mahabharata, Ramayana, and Rig Veda have given space and strength to various disabled personalities, demonstrating the specifics that represent a narrative change in the contemporary era. The themes of unity in diversity, cooperation, friendship, harmony, and power show that disabled characters have played a critical role in their unrivalled capability. The attitude of cooperation during hard times has been inbuilt in Indians, which is depicted through multiculturism. Ultimately, the positive behaviour of society can be accentuated by a proper understanding of the epics and Vedas, which will help curb the stigma around disability
Standard and Non-Standard English in Bangladesh: A Sociolinguistic Exploration of Linguistic Identity, Post-Colonial Legacy, and the Quest for Global Englishes
Get PDFThe article delves into the ongoing discourse concerning Standard English (SE) and Non-Standard English in Bangladesh. Historically, the trend of learning Standard English in the country traces back to its colonial roots. The British colonization introduced and popularized English learning, imprinting its influence on both the language and its speakers. Such historical ties lead to pertinent questions about the relevance and position of Standard English, especially in the sphere of English Language Teaching. The discussion critiques the idea of Standard English from a post-colonial perspective, particularly drawing connections between Standard English and linguistic dominance. Additionally, the concept of My English (ME) is brought forward as a counter to the hegemony of Standard English. A central theme of the article is the legitimacy of acknowledging local English forms within the umbrella of Global Englishes. It also touches upon socio-political factors that validate the acceptance of these regional English iterations. The research aims to illuminate English\u27s role in Bangladesh’s local linguistic scene, probing its influence across various societal layers. It identifies particular linguistic and extra-linguistic elements affecting the categorization of English versions in the nation. Emphasizing the crucial role of education, wherein English serves as more than just a subject but a medium for functional proficiency, the article stresses the necessity for Bangladesh to define and embrace its distinct English variant in the larger framework of Global Englishes
Framing the Inner Stature of the (S)heroes: Madhvi, Satyavati, Kunti
Get PDFThe essence of the modernistic awareness is located amply in the literature of the Indian universal mythical theme. Erudition of ancient texts like Ramayana and Mahabharata, not only is a source of popular culture but also detects concerns related to individuality and authority that have taken over subaltern probing. Patriarchic misogyny claims are elated while the paper attempts to look forward as Lisa Tuttle in her book The Encyclopedia of Feminism urges to look into “new questions for old texts,” prods over the role of women who are commonly considered as the weaker sex and submissive ones. A close analysis can impart a ray of understanding that amidst patriarchal society and regulations, the women in The Mahabharata did occupy prominence in terms of spirituality, salvation and sexuality that what the general assumptions would affirm. Focus is to reveal that women in the epic portray strong will power and ability to change the decisions made by men, thus playing a crucial role in hi(s)story. The present paper probes into a principal concern of the prominent women characters- Madhvi, Satyavati, Kunti along with a few connected instances of Gandhari and Draupadi; their relationship of their self, by their self and for their self
Dalit Feminism and the Intersection of Class, Caste and Gender in The Prisons We Broke by Baby Kamble
Get PDFDalit feminism emerged as a response to mainstream Indian feminism, which tended to downplay caste related issues. Dalit feminism studies not only the patriarchal oppression of Dalit women at the hands of upper-caste men but also from the members within their own caste. Baby Kamble grapples with this issue as a writer as well as an activist. This paper attempts to study the intersectional impact of caste, gender and class in her work The Prisons We Broke using the Dalit feminist theoretical approach. It attempts to analyse the textual representation of Dalit women’s predicament not only through the portrayal of the interlinked complexity of caste, gender and class-based oppressions but also through the intersection and overlapping of these realities within the autobiographical rubric of writing. In her seminal work, Baby Kamble exposes the deprivation of Dalits and the struggles and oppression of Dalit women. Kamble seems to immerse or place herself within the community but does not leave out the complexity of identity for a Dalit woman. Her autobiography thus disrupts the standard concepts of autobiography that place individual at the centre. As opposed to the existing gap among mainstream feminist movement, there seems to be a scope to reshape feminist solidarity among the Dalit feminist scholarship. This paper builds upon the major concerns shared by Dalit feminists within the social structures that assert the subjugation of Dalit women using the lens of caste and gender. It further attempts to extend the theoretical scope and applicability of Dalit feminism by exploring the conceptual specificity of the social reproduction of the social location-based knowledge of Dalit women’s predicament
The Usage of Technical Presentations and Professional Speaking in Educational and Corporate Sectors
Get PDFToday’s instructive system has become more amenable to assortment and a much wider range of interests and capabilities. In today’s world, we observe that a ground-breaking and techno-savvy audience is coming into view that is technological in academic accomplishments. These audiences anticipate that the speeches delivered by the speakers should be appealing, interactive, reachable and engaging. It is the technology that draws more attention to the presenter as well as spectators. In this globalized world, new kind of presenters and presentations are conveyed through podium speeches. These presenters such as CEO’s, politicians, priests, University Professors, Sales representatives etc., deliver presentations in inventive ways. Presenters are expected to employ visual aids and to offer handouts to the audience. The pioneering presenter always connects with the audience during speaking and leaves a long-lasting impact on them. At the same time, the audience takes hold of the information demonstrated on the screen. In this manner, technical presenters endow with technical proficiency through their resourceful presentation. In this research article, the researcher would like to acquaint the major traits of a capable and trustworthy presenter has focused on several characteristics of technical presentation and professional speaking. He has talked about the several presentation-based facts such as definition, features, significance, goals, types, classification, configuration, mechanism, planning and delivery of the presentation, preparing and making presentation, use of audio-visual aids, the groundwork of PowerPoint slides and transparencies, guiding principles and verbal communication for effective presentation etc. 
Exploring New Horizons: Myriad Dimensions in the Poetry of Manas Bakshi by P.V. Laxmiprasad
Get PDFExploring New Horizons: Myriad Dimensions in the Poetry of Manas Bakshi by P.V. Laxmiprasad, New Delhi: Authorspress, 2017, ISBN: 978-93-86722-65-2 Pp 329, Price 1200/
Academic Culture: Professional Communication and Entrepreneurship
Get PDFThe biggest challenge for a professional in an age where academia is characterised by its ability to quickly and effectively cross borders is to reciprocate and convey the idea that what one has learned or attained should be put to use for the greater good of the people as well as the personal advantages one may accrue. According to this perspective, language plays a crucial role in that it may be utilised effectively as a tool to win business and build entrepreneurship in the context of the various disciplines involved. Academic settings and associated circumstances have influenced how things are done and how texts, facts, and presentations are conceived. In any academic culture, language has evolved into the handmaid of everyone in various patterns of usage for the objectives at hand. There is no replacement for entrepreneurs who strive to uplift people\u27s spirits and minds. In order to ensure that the concept is successful when it is spread to a broad market, R.P. Singh advises to play fine tune to look at the facts on the ground. He achieved this by citing examples from the literature and creating a paradigm for language studies teaching and research where minuteness compensates for celebrating glocalization
Ecological Discourses in Margaret Atwood’s Novel Oryx and Crake
Get PDFCli-fi is an innovative genre of fiction that modernizes climate science into human stories. Writers of cli-fi discover, what it means to be human in a world that is influenced by warming temperature, powerful storms and rising seas. The cli-fi narratives arouse consciousness about the complex issues of climate change. The novel Oryx and Crake by Margaret Atwood, published in 2003, is about a post-apocalyptic world which will be a reality in the future. The novel carries two distinct genres- a pre apocalyptic world and a post-apocalyptic world. The pre apocalyptic world is an exaggerated representation of the mid of twenty first century and the post-apocalyptic world is portrayed as the end of twenty first century. Oryx and Crake discusses a world that is completely destructed due to unscientific acts, war, global warming, climate change and diseases. The two genres narrate through the character Snowman who is the only survivor of the destruction. Oryx and Crake, towards the end, narrates the ruin of entire living organisms. Snowman enters the Compound and witnesses a number of changes there. The best example is about the pigoons. Once they were meant to help human beings but now, they are cruel creatures. Bio terrorism and the over use of scientific discoveries have changed the entire bio balance of the planet. Most of characters are not affectionate towards each other. The relationship between Oryx and Jimmy is an exception. This is the reason behind Jimmy’s forgiveness towards all the activities of Crake against nature. For Jimmy, Oryx is the beautiful part of nature and Snowman longs for the love and care he has once received from Oryx
