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Revision as of 08:17, 28 May 2003 by Kaysov (talk | contribs) (todo: add storyline and contrast hitopadesa)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Panchatantra is an anthropomorphic illustration of the five most important priniciples of Raja neeti(Ruler's wisdom) thru animals. It was written by Vishnu Sarma in Sanskrit.
The five principles illustrated are
- Mitra Bhedha (The Loss of Friends)
- Mitra Laabha (Gaining Friends)
- Suhrudbheda (Causing Dissension Between Friends)
- Vigraha (Separation)
- Sandhi(Union)