Mahendranath Battacharya India (1843 - 1908) Timeline Yoga / Hindu : Shakta (Goddess-oriented) Poems by Mahendranath Battacharya Books

Mahendranath Battacharya wrote many Shakta poems (poems addressed to the Goddess) in the late 1800's and early 1900's. Some of his poetry gave a particular emphasis to Indian nationalism, reflecting the growing Indian determination to throw off the yoke of the British Empire. In his nationalistic poetry, India was personified as a Mother Goddess who must overthrow the foreign demons that oppressed Her children.

Underlying this nationalistic element, Mahendranath Battacharya's poetry had a definite mystical, devotional element, as well. And the poet himself is popularly considered to have been a great holy man.

Poems by Mahendranath Battacharya

• Oh Ma Kali, for a long time now
• Screening its face amongst lotus stalks
• Tell me, what are you doing now, Mind
• What shall I say to You, Sankari?

Recommended Books: Mahendranath Battacharya

Singing to the Goddess: Poems to Kali and Uma from Bengal

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