
Perspectives in Social Science
Volume 15 July 2019
ISSN : 2957-5001
Perspectives in Social Science
Religious Philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore: A Critical Analysis of the Poet's Selected Literature Works
Perspectives in Social Science
Volume 15 July 2019
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ISSN : 2957-5001
Abstract
Historically, Bangladesh is a multiculturalist country where religious tolerance has existed for years. However, since the beginning of the 21st century, this country has been witnessing a growing number of religious conflicts that have posed a significant threat to our glorious history of communal harmony. Amidst this troubled situation, Rabindranath Tagore's messages of religious peace, harmony and universal brotherhood can be the solution to our divided world, to our divided country. The objective of this research paper is to explore in depth Tagore's religious thought and vision that will undermine the evil spirits of racial rivalry and religious divisions that pervade in our society. By conducting a qualitative analysis of the gathered data, both from primary and secondary sources, this research paper has attempted to understand the religious philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore; by uncovering different aspects of truth from diverse points of view that underlies in the poet's literary works. The outcome of this research is intended to establish lasting religious peace and harmony in our country and around the world. This research concludes with a hope that as long as Tagore's memory lives in our heart and mind, it will continue to inspire the values and principles of the Bengali people, the values and principles of the world.
Keywords:
Supreme Reality, Bhakti tradition, Vaishnava thought and philosophy, Spiritual Humanism, Religion of Man