Sanskrit Text Repository

Stotra refers to a hymn, prayer, or devotional composition that is dedicated to praising and glorifying a deity or a revered figure in Hinduism.Stotras are an integral part of devotional …

The Alankara Shastra is a traditional Indian science of aesthetics that deals with the principles and techniques of literary composition and ornamentation.It is an important aspect of Indian literary criticism …

Stotra refers to a hymn, prayer, or devotional composition that is dedicated to praising and glorifying a deity or a revered figure in Hinduism.Stotras are an integral part of devotional …

The Bhagavad Gita is a 700-verse Hindu scripture that forms a part of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata.It consists of a conversation between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, …

Darsana is a Sanskrit term that refers to the Indian philosophical systems or schools of thought.It is derived from the root word "dṛś,"meaning "to see"or "to perceive,"and it signifies the …

Sangita, also spelled as Sangeeta, is a term that encompasses the arts of music, dance, and drama in traditional Indian culture.It is a comprehensive term that signifies the integration of …

Kavya is a Sanskrit literary style that originated in India around 200 BCE and flourished until 1200 CE. It is characterized by the use of elaborate figures of speech, such …

The Alankara Shastra is a traditional Indian science of aesthetics that deals with the principles and techniques of literary composition and ornamentation.It is an important aspect of Indian literary criticism …

Nataka is a Sanskrit term that refers to a dramatic play or a theatrical performance in traditional Indian literature.It is one of the major genres of classical Indian drama, along …

The Kama-sastra, also known as the Kama Sutra, is an ancient Indian text attributed to Vatsyayana.It is a comprehensive treatise on the art of love, sexuality, and sensual pleasure.Written in …