Question

what is the importance of the epics ?

Answer 1

An epic is a protracted poetic compositionfocalized upon a hero who has achieved many great triumphs in his life. Epics are based on established traditions which narrate the deeds of old heroic figures. They tell us the past of a group, religion or nation. In India, the word epic brings in mind thetwo very famous works The Ramayana and The Mahabharata. Both of these works were scripted in ancient Sanskrit language. Ramayana was written by asage named Valmiki centuries ago. It narrates the story of lord ram, who were sent to exile for 14 years with his wife andyounger brother. Ramayanabrings out many quintessential principle values which are taught to every child by his parents in India. These are the values which form the backbone of Indian culture. The Mahabharata is the longest epic written in Sanskrit language. It is a collection of more than seventy four thousand verses and it is divided into eighteen books. It was written by a sage namedvedvyasa. It throws light upon the politics played in the ancient times. It teaches us why we should pursue the duties assigned to us. It tells us what wrong can happen when we speak a lie or when we commit a sin. It shows how people can betray their own family members to fulfill their selfish desires. There are many lessons which we can learn from these epics. They teach us howto become a good human being. They teach us the actual importance of relationships in life. They explain the meaning of love. Epics can fill you with patriotism. Everyone should read at least one epic in a lifetime.

Answer 2

Answer:

Importance of the Epic :

(i) Epic serve as the main source of information on the political institutions and social and cultural organisation of the Epic age.

(ii) The Epic are considered as the finest literary works of the Ancient period and unclaimed for their literary and philosophical value.

(iii) They reveal the high ideals of family life of the Aryans.