The work aims to comprehend the importance of the Aesthetic (Rasa) perception of Song of Songs. The study focuses on how men and women relate to one another in the text and modern life, which will begin a new aesthetic perception of the present. The main objective is to propose a parallel existence to the reader so they can have a sense of consciousness, raising ethical and spiritual concerns about themselves.
Contents
Foreword
Acknowledgement
Introduction
Chapter 1: Understanding of Aesthetics, a Theoretical Framework
1.1. Introduction
1.2. Natyashastra
1.3. Defining Rasa - Indian Aesthetics
1.4. Bhavas (Emotions)
1.4.1. Sthayibhavas
1.4.2. Sancharibhavas
1.4.3. Vibhavas
1.4.4. Anubhavas
1.5. Sadharanikaran (Theory of Generalization)
1.6. Types of Rasas
1.6.1. Hasya
1.6.2. Karuna
1.6.3. Raudra
1.6.4. Vira
1.6.5. Adbhuta
1.6.6. Bhayanak and Bibhatsa
1.6.7. Sringara Rasa
1.7. Ashtanayika
1.8. Summary
Chapter 2: Interpretations of Song of Songs
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Structure and Composition of the Song of Songs
2.3. The Description of Rasa in Song of Songs
2.4. Traditional Interpretations
2.4.1. Allegorical Interpretation
2.4.2. Wedding Week Theory
2.4.3. Cultic Theory
2.4.4. Love Song
2.5. Summary
Chapter 3: Textual Analysis of Selected Passages: Understanding of Rasa in the Song of Songs
3.1. Introduction
3.2. Song of Songs 1:2-8 - The Song of Obstruction
3.3. Song of Songs 3:1-4 - The Song of Seeking
3.4. Song of Songs 4:1-7 - The Song of Praise
3.5. Song of Songs 5:2-9 - The Song of Search
3.6. Song of Songs 6:1-3 - The Song of Assurance
3.7. Song of Songs 7:10 - 8:4 - The Song of Union
3.8. Song of Songs 8:5-7 - The Power of Love
3.9. Conclusion
3.10. Summary
Conclusion
Rev. Asher Mathew is an ordained priest of Mar Thoma Syrian Church and secured a Bachelor of Divinity from Mar Thoma Theological Seminary, Kottayam. Currently serving as the Vicar of St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church, Kodinjal, and Missionary of Manjappara of Mar Thoma Congregation.
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