The Story of the mighty Maynamati

We are fascinated by women’s roles in stories — loving, caring, compassionate, strong, determined…

Gorakshabijay — Story of the Yogi From Bengal

Along with Maynamatir Gaan, alternatively called Manikchander Gaan (also…

Where is Bengal — exactly?

Bengal, West Bengal, East Bengal, Bangāl, Banga — too many names to describe a region in eastern part of India —…

Charyā -Pada — thousand year old songs from Eastern India — Part 1

Maynamati song, Gopichand ballad or Gorakshabijay might haven’t give any account of Siddha scholars composing or writing verses — but in reality, they did!

Bengali — the endonym of Bangla

When did Bengali emerge as a language? History books speak of heroes emerging in particular period…

Charyā -Pada — thousand year old songs from Eastern India — Part 2

Let’s read some more translation of those age-old Charyās. I did not translate with original meaning in mind, neither depending on Munidatta’s interpretation made in 12–13th century. To me, they carry poetic value…

Bengali — the endonym of Bangla

When did Bengali emerge as a language? History books speak of heroes emerging in particular period…

Harisiddha — the alleged illicit lover of the mighty queen Maynamati

(Continuation of ‘The Story of the mighty Maynamati’)

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Charyā -Pada — thousand year old songs from Eastern India — Part 3

Let’s go through some more verses to find out what makes Charyā-lyrics unique.

Charya 8:

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