By Swati A. Piramal - Business Standard - New Delhi, India
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
I am an avid reader and have been inspired by many books. But of the multitude, two books in particular stand out: the Padumawati of Malik Muhammad Jaisi , a 16th century Sufi poet, and the Bhagawad Gita.
Padumawati is a historical romance between Ratnasen and Padumawati, who are identified as the symbol of union between the soul and God. In the book, Jaisi defines the perfect woman.
While most writers of his time spoke of ethics for the perfect man, he painted the picture of the perfect woman, her beauty, her strength and wisdom, all of which is inspiring.
Padumawati is a historical romance between Ratnasen and Padumawati, who are identified as the symbol of union between the soul and God. In the book, Jaisi defines the perfect woman.
While most writers of his time spoke of ethics for the perfect man, he painted the picture of the perfect woman, her beauty, her strength and wisdom, all of which is inspiring.
Most Persian writers of the time looked at a way of life removed from dogma, promoting the concept of a universal religion, which I find very interesting.
THE PADUMAWATI OF MALIK MUHAMMAD JAISIEdited by: G. A. Grierson and Mahamahopadhyaya Sudhakara DvivediPublisher: CosmoPrice: Rs 1,200ISBN: 8130701073
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