When Nalanda Was The Centre Of The World
Centuries ago, Nalanda was the centre of learning. Scholars from all over the world flocked to the place in search of scriptures.
Jayanth Pati’s Fool Bahadur Narrates The Tale Of A Place Rife With Endless Intrigues
The English translation of Fool Bahadur – a novel by Jayanth Pati, written in Magahi – is a delightful read.
To The Dreamland & Back
Here’s the story of thirteen souls who migrate to their dream land and come back to their homeland. It’s a soul stirring verse. Do read it.
How To Make Love
In Indian philosophy, the pursuit of Kama is an essential step along with Dharma & Artha to obtain Moksha.
What Kalidasa Teaches Us About The Lockdown, Loss Of Biodiversity & Climate Change
Centuries ago, Kalidasa deciphered the art of communicating through the cloud messenger & codified it as a Sanskrit verse.
In Defense Of Lies
Abhay K writes a stirring poem in defense of lies.
Hoopoes
The sacred birds of ancient Egypt singing the song of songs—the song of Solomon—yearn for each other & celebrate love.
Sun Feast
Abhay K writes, with poetic exuberance, about a delightful feast in the land of sun, sand and sea – Goa.
Moon Anthem
Ahead of Chandrayaan 2 landing, Indian poet-diplomat pens the moon anthem. It’s enchanting.
Neruda
Pablo Neruda’s poetry inspired political resistance and social change. Abhay’s poem is a tribute to his poetry.
The Fire & Sermon
As the world slept at the midnight hour, India’s soul was slashed through imaginary boundaries, writes Abhay K.
Of Erotic Love & Separation: Exquisite Poetry From Amaruśataka
Amaruśataka, a collection of erotic poems, dated circa 8th century. is about courting, love, betrayal, and sensuality.
Kalidasa: The Description of Uma’s Lovemaking
Kumarasambhavam, Kalidasa’s epic poem, one of his finest works, describes the metaphorical love between Shiva and Parvati
Diplomacy
In a world where hawks and armchair generals call for war on a daily basis, diplomats keep the peace – and the poetry.
Cecilia Meireles: The Brazilian Poet Who Sang India
In 1953, a Brazilian poet stepped onto India for the first time and instantly felt at home. Her poems tell the tale.