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Mirabai

Book Summary by: buta    

Original Author: E.L.Turnbull

The play 'Mirabai’ portrays the deep devotion of Mirabai who is the central character in this play ,towards Lord

Krishna. When she refuses to honor Goddess Durga, the goddess of the royal house she faces opposition from the Royal family. The Rani does not approve of Mirabai’s steadfast and firm faith in Lord Krishna. She also accuses Mirabai of defying her orders and neglecting her wedded duties. The Rana summons her and tells her to worship goddess Durga, the family deity and divert her mind by taking more interest in household affairs and womanly diversions.


The Rani is prejudous about Mirabai and puts her maid on secret duty to spy on Mirabai. But Mirabai remains unmoved in her devotion to lord Krishna. Finally a cup of poison is sent to her as Charanamrit (holy water). Though she was warned by her companion Sanjogta not to drink it, Mirabai drinks it. But she miraculously escapes death. Her soul is pure. Her devotion to Lord Krishna is strong and sacred. Even poison couldn’t harm her.


Published: August 19, 2008
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