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The Recognition of Sakuntala
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"The Recognition of Sakuntala" Quotes

"The Recognition of Sakuntala" is a classical Sanskrit play by Kalidasa about the romantic and dramatic story of Shakuntala, a hermit's daughter, and King Dushyanta, highlighting themes of love, fate, and the eventual recognition of their son as heir to the throne.

drama | 192 pages | Published in 2001

Quotes

The heart of the virtuous is easily melted by compassion.

Kalidasa

virtuecompassionempathy

When fate is against us, no effort can avail.

Kalidasa

fatedestinyeffort

A mind that is free from doubt is ever at peace.

Kalidasa

peacemindfulnesscertainty

Beauty is not just in the eyes but in the soul.

Kalidasa

beautysoulperception

The path of truth is often a lonely one.

Kalidasa

truthlonelinessjourney

Silence is the language of the wise.

Kalidasa

wisdomsilencecommunication

The bloom of youth is ephemeral like the morning dew.

Kalidasa

youthtransiencenature

A noble heart is a gift that enriches the world.

Kalidasa

nobilitygiftworld

The mind is its own place of joy or sorrow.

Kalidasa

mindjoysorrow

A promise made with a pure heart holds the power of eternity.

Kalidasa

promiseeternitypurity