Marathi
Ba Tathagata
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- Author
- M. S. Pagare
- Publisher
- Sakal Publications
- Language
- Marathi
- Pages
- 246
- Published
- 01/08/2023
- Dimensions
- 5.5 x 8.5
About this book
माणसाच्या संस्कारित होण्याचे केंद्रवर्ती सूत्र समजून घेणे आणि त्यानुसार खऱ्या अर्थाने अस्सल संस्कृतीचे संवर्धन करणे हे आजच्या काळात अत्यंत महत्त्वाचे आहे. आधुनिक जीवनशैली, तंत्रज्ञानाचा अविचारपूर्वक वापर आणि जागतिकीकरणामुळे व्यक्तीच्या मानसिक, सामाजिक आणि सांस्कृतिक संवेदनांवर परिणाम होत आहे. अशा परिस्थितीत, ‘बुद्धिस्ट फिलॉसॉफी’ ही शिकवण खऱ्या अर्थाने प्रभावी ठरते, कारण ती केवळ धार्मिक किंवा आध्यात्मिक दृष्टिकोनातून नव्हे, तर जीवनाचे सर्वांगिण मार्गदर्शन करणाऱ्या तत्वांमुळेही उपयुक्त आहे. ‘बा, तथागता!’ हे महाकाव्य याच दृष्टिकोनातून वाचकांसमोर येते. हे महाकाव्य छंदोबद्ध न राहता मुक्तछंदातील आहे, ज्यामुळे वाचकास ते सहज समजावे, आकलन करणे सोपे व्हावे आणि मनावर त्याचा प्रभाव टिकून राहावा. तसेच, हे महाकाव्य तीन आविष्करणांमधून मांडले आहे, ज्यामुळे वाचकाला विचार करण्याची, आत्मपरीक्षण करण्याची संधी मिळते. या तीनही आविष्करणांमध्ये संवादशैलीचा वापर करण्यात आलेला आहे, ज्यामुळे गहन विचारही सहज आणि स्पष्ट स्वरूपात समोर येतात. संवादमाध्यमामुळे वाचक आणि लेखक यांच्यातील अंतर कमी होते आणि विचारांची देवाण-घेवाण सोपी होते. अशा प्रकारे, संस्कृतीच्या जडणघडणीत व्यक्तीला मार्गदर्शन करणे, नैतिक, सामाजिक आणि आध्यात्मिक मूल्यांची जाणीव करून देणे, तसेच बुद्धिमत्तेच्या आणि अनुभवाच्या पातळीवर जीवनाचे तत्त्व समजावून देणे या सर्व गोष्टी या महाकाव्याद्वारे साध्य होतात. यामुळे केवळ व्यक्तीच्या मानसिक विकासास नव्हे, तर समाजाच्या सुसंस्कृत आणि समृद्ध भवितव्याचे रक्षण करण्यास देखील मदत होते.
Understanding the core principles of human refinement and nurturing genuine culture in the truest sense is extremely important in today’s world. Modern lifestyles, indiscriminate use of technology, and globalization have affected an individual’s mental, social, and cultural sensibilities. In such a scenario, Buddhist philosophy proves to be truly effective, not just from a religious or spiritual perspective, but because its principles offer comprehensive guidance for all aspects of life.
The epic “Ba, Tathagata!” presents this perspective to the reader. This work is not written in a strict metrical form; instead, it is in free verse, which makes it easier for readers to comprehend, understand, and retain its impact. Furthermore, the epic is presented in three sections, providing readers with the opportunity for reflection and self-examination. All three sections use a dialogue style, allowing profound thoughts to emerge in a clear and accessible manner. Through this conversational approach, the gap between the reader and the author is reduced, making the exchange of ideas effortless.
In this way, the epic guides individuals in the construction of culture, instills awareness of moral, social, and spiritual values, and conveys life’s principles through both intellect and experience. It supports not only the mental development of individuals but also the preservation and enrichment of a cultured and thriving society.
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