Sanskrit- The Great Integrator (Vol-III)

Dr. V. Raghavan Centre For Performing Arts is extremely happy to bring out the third volume of Dr. V. Raghavan's writings on the different facets of the glorious Sanskrit language. Dr. Raghavan's tireless efforts to uphold the importance of Sanskrit studies across the country, reveal his serious concern and care for sustaining the precious Sanskritic heritage. One can realise and feel the zeal of this visionary, who, acting as an individual ambassador, had taken measures to constantly work towards his goal in building up a firm environment for the study of Sanskrit.

The present volume has a fabulous collection of articles, each one exploring the amazing aspects of Sanskrit language, its infinite variety and dimensions. Dr. Raghavan's meticulous accounts of renowned conferences, scholarly assemblies like the Sanskrit Parishad at Benares, among others are historical events that should inspire many an upcoming Sanskrit scholar. Article on Sanskrit Poetry and Indian thought and others focusing on the language and its literature provide a very rich, resourceful corpus of study for researchers and scholars alike.

Dr. Raghavan's elevating speeches at prestigious venues of Sanskrit learning will enthuse generations of students and academicians. His article on "Sanskrit Writings in the first half of the present century" is not only a crucial documentation but also makes the reader wonder at the astonishing endeavours of Dr. Raghavan in curating such a vast survey of writers and their meritorious works in the early part of the 20th century. This noteworthy account in appreciation of scholarly colleagues and their writings for posterity, shows Dr. Raghavan's hard work, meticulous and generous discovery of so many Vidvans of his times. Truly he was and he is still one of the greatest among the most venerated scholars of our Bharatavarsa. This precious volume is bound to be an invaluable source book for all those who love Sanskrit language and adore its divinity.

The Centre is happy to bring out this volume to mark the occasion of the 99th Birth Anniversary of Smt. Sarada Raghavan, wife of Dr. V. Raghavan, who was not only a firm pillar of support to her husband but also to this Centre in perpetuating his memory.

May Sri Tyagesa of Tiruvarur continue to shower His boundless grace on our Centre and all its activities in the years to come.

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