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कुत्ते से सीखी चापलूसी मलाई चट करना बता गई पूसी बकरे से अहं ब्रह्मास्मि-मैं-मैं कहां तक जानवरों को धन्यवाद दें! बैलों से सीखा खटना, दुम्बे से चोट मारने के लिए पीछे हटना, भेड़िए से अपने लिए खुद कानून बनाना, भेंड़ों से आंख मूंदकर पीछे-पीछे आना, लोमड़ी ने सिखलाई चालाकी बताओ, अब और क्या रह गया बाकी?
इति
The Poet
गोपालप्रसाद व्यास
Gopal Prasad Vyas
1915 · 2005
Gopal Prasad Vyas possessed the rare and difficult gift of using humor to speak profound truths. Born in 1915 near Govardhan in Mathura, his formal education was cut short by his active participation in the Indian independence movement. This early exposure to political struggle shaped his worldview, giving him a deep understanding of human nature and societal contradictions. He became a giant of Hasya Ras, the tradition of humorous and satirical poetry, writing verses that made audiences laugh before forcing them to confront their own hypocrisies. Collections like To Mein Kya Karoon and Ras Rasamrit showcase his ability to dissect social norms with sharp wit and absolute clarity. He was the visionary founder of the Rastriya Kavi Sammelan, an annual gathering at the Red Fort that brought poetry directly to the masses. Honored with the Padma Shri in 1965, Vyas lived until 2005, leaving behind a legacy that proves laughter is one of the most effective instruments of social critique.
Paired Painting
Dattatreya
This image portrays Dattatreya, the divine manifestation of the Hindu Trinity: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, unified into a single eternal form. As a supreme teacher and sage, he stands in serene detachment against a backdrop of lush nature, representing the balance of the spiritual and material worlds. The presence of the four dogs, symbols of the four Vedas, and the sacred cow, representing the Earth and dharma, reminds us of the profound interconnectedness of all living beings within the divine consciousness. Through the masterful hand of Raja Ravi Varma, this work transcended traditional iconography, becoming a beloved focal point for devotion in countless households across the subcontinent.
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