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Notes on "On the Sublime" by Longinus

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Notes On "On the Sublime" by Longinus Introduction On the Sublime (Peri Hypsous) is a famous work of literary criticism traditionally attributed to Longinus. It is one of the most influential texts in Western literary theory. The treatise discusses the nature of sublimity in literature and explains how great writing elevates the minds of readers and listeners. Meaning of the Sublime The sublime is greatness or elevation of style that inspires awe and admiration. It goes beyond mere persuasion or entertainment.  Sublime literature transports the reader into a state of wonder and emotional exaltation.  According to Longinus, true sublimity has the power to endure through time and appeal to all generations. Definition   :  "The Sublime consists in a certain distinction and excellence in expression." Purpose of Literature Literature should not merely inform or persuade. Great literature should elevate the human spirit.  T...

Notes on “The Creative Ideal of Poetry” by Rabindranath Tagore

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Notes on “The Creative Ideal of Poetry” by Rabindranath Tagore Introduction “The Creative Ideal of Poetry” is an essay from Tagore's collection Creative Unity. In this essay, Tagore explains the nature of true poetry and art. He argues that poetry is not merely the expression of emotions or facts; it is the creative revelation of the unity, harmony, beauty, and spiritual truth underlying life and the universe. Central Idea According to Tagore, the purpose of poetry is to transform ordinary experiences into universal truths. Poetry gives freedom to human emotions and connects individual life with the infinite and eternal. Main Points 1. Unity in Diversity : Tagore begins with a Sanskrit theory of art. The world contains countless separate forms, but these forms are connected through harmony and proportion. Beauty arises when diversity is united into a meaningful whole. Poetry reveals this hidden unity behind apparent differences. 2. Poetry is More Than S...

On The Significance of Poetry by Rabindranath Tagore

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Notes on “The Significance of Poetry” by Rabindranath Tagore Rabindranath Tagore was one of the greatest literary figures of modern India. In his essay “The Significance of Poetry,” he explains the nature, purpose, and value of poetry in human life. Introduction Tagore believes that poetry is not merely a form of entertainment or a collection of beautiful words. It is a powerful medium through which human beings express their deepest feelings, imagination, and spiritual experiences. Poetry helps people discover truth and beauty beyond the material world. Main Ideas of the Essay 1. Poetry Expresses the Inner Truth of Life : Poetry reveals the emotional and spiritual reality of human existence.  It presents truth not through facts and logic but through imagination and feeling.  A poet sees deeper meanings in ordinary experiences and communicates them to others. 2. Poetry and Beauty : Poetry is closely connected with beauty.  Beauty ...

On the Aims of Poetry by John Keats

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  Notes on “On the Aims of Poetry” — John Keats (Letter to John Hamilton Reynolds, especially the letter of 3 May 1818) John Keats is one of the major Romantic poets of England. His letters are considered almost as important as his poems because they contain his literary theories and ideas about poetry. The letter written to Reynolds on 3 May 1818 is often studied under the title “On the Aims of Poetry.” In it, Keats reflects on the purpose of poetry, the growth of the human mind, imagination, suffering, and the role of the poet.  The letter was written while Keats was staying in Teignmouth and caring for his sick brother Tom. During this period he was deeply engaged in thinking about poetry, human suffering, and the development of the soul. Main Ideas in the Letter 1. Poetry and Human Experience Keats believed that poetry should not merely entertain. Its aim is to explore the depths of human experience and reveal truths about life. A poet must understand both j...

Verb, Noun, Adjective and Adverb Forms!

 Verb, Noun, Adjective and Adverb Forms! Action      Act      Active      Actively कार्य     कार्य करना    क्रियाशील    क्रियाशीलता पूर्वक  Beauty      Beautify Beautiful      Beautifully सौंदर्य    सुन्दर बनाना    सुन्दर     सुंदरता पूर्वक  Beneficiary      Benefit      Beneficial Beneficially लाभार्थी     लाभ     लाभकारी      लाभ पूर्वक  Creation      Create Creative Creatively रचना      रचना करना      रचनात्मक      रचनात्मक तरीके से  Decision     D ecide Decisive Decisively निर्णय      निर्णय करना      निर्णायक      निर्णय पूर्वक  Difference      Differenciate      Different Differently ...

सबसे अच्छा इंग्लिश इंस्टीट्यूट! Resamwad English Academy ! Online and Offline

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  सबसे अच्छा इंग्लिश इंस्टीट्यूट !  Best English Coaching   Resamwad English Academy  1. 32 Year's Proud and Brief History! बत्तीस वर्षीय गर्वीला और संक्षिप्त इतिहास !             यह संस्था संवाद इंग्लिश एवं टेक्निकल इंस्टिट्यूट नाम से 16 अप्रैल 1993 मध्य प्रदेश राज्य के बैतूल जिले में प्रहलाद परिहार सर के द्वारा आरम्भ की गयी थी। अब तक यहाँ हजारों विद्यार्थी शिक्षा ग्रहण कर चुके हैं।  आरम्भ में यह संस्था एक टेक्निकल इंस्टिट्यूट के तौर पर काम करती थी जिसमे स्पोकन इंग्लिश भी पढाई जाती थी। इसमें मुख्यतः मोटर वाइंडिंग, इलेक्ट्रिक फिटिंग और रेडियो टीवी रिपेयरिंग सिखाई जाती थी। परन्तु कुछ सालों बाद टेक्निकल कोर्सेज बंद कर दिए गए और पूरी तरह इंग्लिश स्पीकिंग ही सिखाई जाने लगी साथ ही एम ए इंग्लिश लिटरेचर कोचिंग, स्कूल/कॉलेज ग्रामर, और प्रतियोगिता परीक्षा की इंग्लिश पढ़ाई जाती है ।               यह इस क्षेत्र का सबसे बेहतर इंस्टिट्यूट है जहाँ उचित फीस में इंग्लिश सिखाई जाती है। अब तक...