BUDDHA THE LIGHT OF ASIA, DRAMA Directed by Sunil Tayade

The Light of Asia: The Great Renunciation is an epic poem written by Sir Edwin Arnold in 1879. It narrates the life and teachings of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha, the "Enlightened One. " The poem is a significant work in English literature that introduced many Western readers to Buddhism and the life of the Buddha.
Through a poetic lens, Arnold recounts Siddhartha's journey, from his privileged life as a prince shielded from the suffering of the world, to his encounters with old age, sickness, and death. These experiences led him to renounce his royal life in search of spiritual truth and enlightenment. The poem celebrates his selfless quest for knowledge, meditation under the Bodhi tree, and ultimate attainment of Nirvana.
Arnold's work is praised for its lyrical beauty and for spreading Buddhist philosophy to the West. However, it also faced criticism for romanticizing and sometimes misinterpreting Buddhist teachings.
Would you like a summary of the key episodes or themes in The Light of Asia? This Drama was played by The ADITYA BIRLA PUBLIC SCHOOL AWARPUR Students .