The Kerala Discourse
Understanding Indian Civilisation from the South
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Kerala is often admired for its achievements in literacy, social reform, and cultural richness, yet it is rarely understood as integral to India's civilizational continuum. The Kerala Discourse challenges this perception, revealing how Kerala is not an exception, but a mirror reflecting the soul of Bharat. Through its history, philosophy, art, and spiritual traditions, the book traces Kerala's enduring connection to Indian civilization - from the Advaita philosophy of Adi Shankara to folk rituals, temple festivals, and social reform movements led by Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, and others. I...
Kerala is often admired for its achievements in literacy, social reform, and cultural richness, yet it is rarely understood as integral to India's civilizational continuum. The Kerala Discourse challenges this perception, revealing how Kerala is not an exception, but a mirror reflecting the soul of Bharat. Through its history, philosophy, art, and spiritual traditions, the book traces Kerala's enduring connection to Indian civilization - from the Advaita philosophy of Adi Shankara to folk rituals, temple festivals, and social reform movements led by Sree Narayana Guru, Ayyankali, and others. It explores how Kerala's pluralistic culture, ethical values, and intellectual contributions embody India's continuity, resilience, and unity in diversity. By examining Kerala as both a distinct region and a microcosm of the broader Indian ethos, the book invites readers to rediscover India through the lens of its southernmost state-where local stories, traditions, and innovations resonate with the heartbeat of an entire civilization.
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