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The story of a sage Ashtavakra and his disciple king Janaka is one of the most gripping yet unknown episodes from the Ramayana. A young boy Ashtavakra goes to king janaka's Court to debate the kingdom most learned sages but is ridiculed by the courtiers for his deformed body. After the boy triumphs in the debate, Janaka realizes that the boy has an extraordinary intellect and becomes his disciple. While Janaka is obsessed with his quest for spiritual liberation, a treacherous plan unfolds inside the secretive world of the royal palace. Very soon war clouds gather on the horizon of Mithila, but all Janaka does is devote more and more time to the young sage. Even though the whole world believes a calamity is imminent, Janaka stays on the path to spiritual enlightenment. Ultimately, with ashtavakra's guidance, the king enters the realm of a new world which alters the reality for him and his kingdom. This novel is rooted in ancient Indian spiritual wisdom and philosophy, but with new interpretations of the concepts of liberation, enlightenment, consciousness and the realities of life. Among others, It seeks to answer the question: is everything we see indeed an illusion? This compelling story sheds light on the modern readers' existential questions, leading them to relate to the king and his struggles. Não foram encontradas descrições de bibliotecas. |
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Janaka and Ashtavakra by Ashraf Karayath is a captivating narration of the events before Sita Syamvara. There are many people who have read Ramayana, but this part is an untold one. The world-building in this book is truly remarkable. The author masterfully creates a spiritual tale, and readers are transported to awe-inspiring and majestic mythological cities. The attention to detail is evident, making it easy to imagine the vivid tapestry of the mythological world. The protagonist, Raja Janaka, undergoes personal growth and face formidable challenges that shapes his identity. The author's meticulous research and accuracy are apparent throughout the narrative.
Definitely the book deserves 5 stars. I really enjoyed reading the book and would likely to recommend it for beginners in reading. ( )