Beyond Love and Devotion

A collection of poems and thoughts that are an ode to the domain of the heart, cajoles and inspires the reader to look at love as a synonym of the infinite, a soliloquy of an all pervading love. The expression of the relationship between the lover and the beloved is an overriding theme of Shodhan’s work. Strongly reminiscent of the devotional tradition of Hinduism and the mystical Sufi poets, at times his writings express the pain and agony of separation, at other times offering an insight into the profound bliss of communion. These poems and writings follow no obvious course; they flit effortlessly and seamlessly from one seeker to another, staying true only to the path: the journey of love. Discarding all explanations and transcending the norms and conventions of society, a lover’s whispers to his or her Beloved offer a primordial combination of lyrical eloquence with a mystical revelation. This is a journey that is timeless, appealing to the hearts of all those aspiring for love and beauty.