September 17, 2025Vidhyayana

“Whispers of the Unsayable: Dhvani, Rasa, and the Poetics of Suggestion in Arundhathi Subramaniam’s When God is a Traveller”

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This analysis uncovers the role of dhvani and rasa in Subramaniam’s work, suggesting a blend of tradition and modernity in poetry.

Dhvani theory reveals how Subramaniam’s poetry transcends literal meanings to evoke deeper emotions and spiritual reflections.
By employing concepts like vyaṅgyārtha and rasa, the poetry collection redefines classical aesthetics through contemporary themes.
Imagery and intertextuality in her poems create emotional layers, illustrating the dynamic relationship between ancient and modern poetic practices.
The study positions When God is a Traveller as a vibrant expression of Indian poetics, affirming its ongoing significance and adaptability.

Dr Dilip B Kataliya (2020) studied this question.

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September 17, 2025Vidhyayana

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This analysis uncovers the role of dhvani and rasa in Subramaniam’s work, suggesting a blend of tradition and modernity in poetry.

Dhvani theory reveals how Subramaniam’s poetry transcends literal meanings to evoke deeper emotions and spiritual reflections.
By employing concepts like vyaṅgyārtha and rasa, the poetry collection redefines classical aesthetics through contemporary themes.
Imagery and intertextuality in her poems create emotional layers, illustrating the dynamic relationship between ancient and modern poetic practices.
The study positions When God is a Traveller as a vibrant expression of Indian poetics, affirming its ongoing significance and adaptability.

Dr Dilip B Kataliya (2020) studied this question.

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