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Department of Sanskrit Sahitya, Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady, Kerala

THREE DAY NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON


MYTH, HISTORY AND SANSKRIT LITERATURE
Understanding of the cultural heritage of a country cannot be complete without
knowing its ancient literature. As far as India is concerned its ancient past is closely
associated with Sanskrit language and its literature. Hence, a real comprehension of Indias
ancient history would be possible only when the knowledge embedded in Sanskrit literature
is studied well.
The study of Sanskrit literature for understanding Indias cultural, social and political
history needs to be carried out carefully. The great works Vedas, Itihasas, Puranas and many
other genres of writings in Sanskrit contain abundant narratives which presumably are treated
as historical records by a good number of people. But, a perusal of those sources would
clearly reveal that such narratives are mythical accounts only. Myths, being the narratives
codified in the early stages of history, basically are the world-view of a particular society.
They are consisting of religious elements and the concept of the supernatural. At the same
time, myths reflect the attitude of the people towards reality. So, myths play a significant role
in the study of social, cultural, political and also scientific history of ancient civilization. Thus
the study of myths contained in Sanskrit literature is of high importance in re-constructing the
history of India.
A multi-pronged approach is necessary in the study of ancient Indian history by
analyzing the myths in Sanskrit literature. The perspectives of Anthropology, Sociology,
Linguistics and Cultural Studies would be of help for an effective study in this area. This task
can neither be carried out by scholars of Sanskrit nor by historians alone. Therefore a joint
venture with the collaboration of scholars from different disciplines is a desideratum.
Keeping this view in mind the Department of Sanskrit Sahitya, Sree Sankaracharya
University of Sanskrit, Kalady, Kerala (India), which has been taking continuous efforts in
this direction, wishes to organize Three Day National Level Workshop on Myth, History
and Sanskrit Literature from 05/02/2014 to 07/02/2014.
Scholars and researchers who can enrich the knowledge in this area can take part in
this academic event. We solicit your whole-hearted cooperation and active involvement in
making this endeavor prolific.
Admission is limited to first registered 50 persons. Registration is free. Only local hospitality
will be given to the participants. Accommodation is provided on demand for out-station
participants. For Registration fill up and send the attached form by email or by post to the
undersigned on or before 25.01.2014.
Dr.Sangamesan K.M.
(Co-ordinator of the workshop)
Reader in Sanskrit Sahitya,
Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady,
Eranakulam District, Kerala 683574.
Mob: 09495818688; Email : sangamesan@gmail.com

Department of Sanskrit Sahitya


Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady,
THREE DAY NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON
MYTH, HISTORY AND SANSKRIT LITERATURE

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