{"product_id":"9780140442700","title":"Speaking Of Siva","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a collection of devotional poetry (vachanas) from four revered saints of the Kannada bhakti movement. It centers on a personal, intimate devotion to the god Siva and expresses a longing to move beyond ritual toward direct experience of the divine. Ideal for readers who love spiritual poetry, Kannada literature, or cultural history, it offers a timeless, universal voice of faith. The tone is passionate, intimate, and inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe verses are presented as direct, free-verse lyrics that invite quiet, reflective reading. Their emphasis on inner devotion and kinship with all living beings creates a reading experience that feels both intimate and expansive. Short, imagery-rich lines encourage multiple readings, inviting personal resonance and contemplative engagement with the poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor learners and curious readers, the collection offers a clear window into classic Kannada devotional poetry and the bhakti ethos. It highlights concepts such as devotion expressed through a monotheistic focus on Siva, a critique of ritualism, and a universal sense of kinship. The poetry supports accessible study and thoughtful engagement with spiritual ideas, making it suitable for study groups, book clubs, or personal exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey content elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e four revered saints’ vachanas, free-verse devotion to Siva, themes of personal faith, critique of ritualism, universal compassion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLearning outcomes:\u003c\/strong\u003e deepens appreciation for devotional poetry; fosters reflective reading, empathy, and cultural understanding of Kannada literary heritage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriting style:\u003c\/strong\u003e lyrical, concise free verse with direct address to the divine and vivid imagery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandout features:\u003c\/strong\u003e timeless spiritual voice with broad relevance; accessible entry point to classical Kannada poetry and bhakti literature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter reading, you gain a deeper connection to devotional poetry and Kannada literary history, along with a renewed sense of how poetry can carry philosophy, personal faith, and compassionate insight into everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540388950233,"sku":"9780140442700","price":285.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/61ARyi0X5RL._SL1200.jpg?v=1779280256","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780140442700","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}