Bharate Hindu Musalmaner Yukta Sadhana

• Author: Khitimohan Sen

• Category: Essays

• Publisher: National Book Agency Private Limited

• Language: Bengali

• Edition: 2

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 112

• ISBN: 978-93-48253-22-4

About the Book:

Bharate Hindu Musalmaner Yukta Sadhana is a profound exploration of the harmonious coexistence of Hindus and Muslims in India, with a particular focus on their joint cultural and spiritual endeavors. In an era where religious divisions are being intentionally sown, this book serves as a valuable resource to counter such forces and emphasizes the unity of India’s diverse religious communities.

Written by Khitimohan Sen, who dedicated his life to studying India’s folk religion and culture, this book highlights how, for centuries, Hindus and Muslims have lived side by side, influencing each other’s cultures and practices. The book presents several essays that focus on the shared contributions of both communities in various cultural fields such as literature, music, art, architecture, astrology, and more.

Some of the key essays include:

• Hindu Dharma Oudaratar Bani (The Message of Tolerance in Hinduism)

• Musalman Dharma O Mahabani (The Great Message of Islam)

• Milita Sadhana (Joint Spiritual Endeavor)

• Chitrasilpa, Sthapatya Silpa (Art and Architecture)

• Sahitya, Sangit, Gana Sadhana (Literature, Music, and Folk Songs)

• Jyotish Shastra (Astrology)

Additionally, the book includes a special appendix featuring discussions on two prominent figures, Malik Mohammad Jayasi and Mahavir Bhishma, and their contributions to this shared cultural heritage.

The book is an insightful reflection of India’s pluralistic culture, illustrating the historical and ongoing contributions of both Hindus and Muslims to the country's spiritual and cultural fabric. It is a timely and essential read for those seeking to understand the richness of India’s communal harmony.