Motivational Verses From Sanskrit Texts
Here we have a collection of a little over hundred verses, most of wh ich were a part of the common man's knowledge not long ago. These are from the Mahabharata, the, Pancatantra, the Hitopadesa, the Subhashita-s of Bhartrihari and such other Some verses teach ethical behavior and some others realistically and bluntly tel. about human behavior in different situations.
Most of the present day societies arc focusing more on imparting job-oriented. skills to children, paying little attention to their emotional growth. The governments too are cutting back on the liberal arts which are essential for the emotional intelligence and maturity of our children. Such trends have negative manifestations which are sadly realized at a later stage in life. We realize that progress cannot be at the cost of human values and goals in life.
These verses are like the 'box of truisms' and 'words to live by', in Louis Mac Neice's words, They may not be fully Understood by the kids straightaway, but they reveal their full-flavor as the, kids grow and face the realities and problems of life. They are like the time release capsules which release themselves slowly.
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