It isn't exaggerated to say that the Neo-Vaishnavite revolution Assam builds Assamese as a community. Medieval Assamese saint Sankardeva is the prime motivational character behind the movement. Majority of Assamese or Indian still unfortunately look at Sankardeva as a person of religion. The multifaceted qualities of Sankardeva are necessarily expressed above religion in the perspective of Assam. He has a Pan-Indian personality and was in charge of Assam. To initiate and gain ground for the Bhakti movement, Sankardeva had to face many adversaries. The strategic technique, socio-political manoeuvre he applied in multi-ethnic/lingual/religious Assam is the main theme of the book. The deep religious outlook is overlooked here. The religion was just an effective weapon or means to an end for him.
We discourse on the origin and effect of Neo-Vaishnavism in terms of Assam. The culture and literature of Sankardeva are now living tradition. Our long and practical association with Assamese culture enriches our thoughts. Our views on various matters are based on historical facts and personal experiences during cultural performances around the world.
This book isn't for the specialist of Assamese history and culture. It's intended for the general people who have curiosity and interest to know about Assam and Assamese society genuinely. Hopefully readers will positively evaluate the essence of the book.
A collection of articles about the philosophy, culture and history related to Sankardeva with a special focus on his activities. This is written by noted writer and bhaona artist of Assam, Arup Saikia, and published by Aayu Publications, New Delhi.
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