भारतसङ्ग्रहः - आदिपर्व
Bharata-Sangraha - Adi-Parva
(Useful for the Turiya exam conducted by the Surasaraswathi Sabha)
Bharata-Sangraha is a refined gadya (prose) authored by Sri Lakshmana Suri, which beautifully condenses the vast narrative of the Mahabharata. The work stands out for its rich vocabulary, intricate compounds, and elegant use of language that captures the grandeur of the epic.
In this course, Smt. Gayathri P. R. will guide learners through the Adi-Parva, offering detailed explanations of the stories, structure, and literary style. This course also prepares students for the Turiya Examination conducted by Sri Surasaraswathi Sabha, Sringeri.
Note: Adi Parva is one of the lessons in the Turiya syllabus. This course aids students prepare for the Turiya exam.
About the Course
What will you gain from this course? (Key Benefits / Learning Outcomes)
- Explore the foundational stories of the Adi-parva in the Mahabharata and understand the origins of its characters, themes.
- Strengthen grammar like vibhakti-s, lakara-s, samasa-s through direct examples from the text.
- Develop comprehension skills with authentic Sanskrit passages.
What are the materials/support you get?
- Unlimited Access to Recordings - Missed a class or want to revise? Access all session recordings anytime, at your own pace.
- Live, Interactive Sessions - High quality learning through this online course that encourage questions, discussions, and curiosity.
What are the prerequisites to get the best out of this course? (Eligibility)
- Ability to understand spoken English.
- Students who have successfully completed three levels of Samskrita Bharati or any other similar Sabha exam level.
- Those who have completed the preparatory courses conducted by Vyoma or passed the corresponding (Tritiya) examinations of the Sri Surasaraswati Sabha (SSS) are also eligible.
SSS Prathama - Preparatory course for first level of Surasaraswathi Sabha Exams
SSS Dvitiya - Preparatory course for second level of Surasaraswathi Sabha Exams
SSS Trutiya 2-(Anuvada Pradeepa-1) - Preparatory course for Third level (Second Paper) of Sri Surasaraswathi Sabha Exams
SSS Tritiya Preparatory course for the Third level of Surasaraswathi Sabha Exams
What is the effort required to complete this course?
Effort Breakup
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Lectures - 15 hours
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Self-Study and Worksheets - 15 hours
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Assessments - 5 hours
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The focus is on the main storyline, omitting lengthy discussions, thus making the great epic more accessible to students and readers of Sanskrit prose. The work serves as a bridge between classical verse and modern Sanskrit learning.
In Bharata-Sangraha the Adi-parva is condensed and retold in prosework talks about the ancestry of the Kuru-line, the births of major players like the birth of Drutarashtra, Pandu and their sons, the marriage of the Pandava-s with Draupadi. Birth of all Pandava-s.
The role of the Adi-parva in this version is foundational. It sets the stage for the rest of the epic by establishing the main characters, their lineage, and the early conflicts that shape the story of the Mahabharata.
Bharata-Sangraha (Adi-parva)
1. Introduction to the Text and Author - Life and Contribution of Sri Lakshmana Suri.
2. Textual Study - Explanation of context and storyline.
3. Grammatical Study- Importance of sandhi, samasa, vibhakti and lakara forms usages in the text.
Yes. Participants who complete the final assessment and score 60% or higher will receive an e-certificate from Vyoma Labs.