Saturday, October 26, 2024

Launching an APP: “Lal Vakhs”

 Launching an APP: “Lal Vakhs”

It brings me immense joy to announce the launch of our new app, “Lal Vakhs,” dedicated to the young Kashmiri Pandit generation and all migrants. This app is a tribute to our rich culture and heritage, ensuring it does not fade into obscurity.

As a Diwali gift to everyone, whether in India or abroad, “Lal Vakhs” is a global offering that transcends caste, creed, and colour. In celebrating the 700th anniversary of the revered saint poetess Lal Ded, I was inspired by the many inquiries about how to read and learn these profound vakhs.

Over the past eight years, I have meticulously collected and curated these vakhs, culminating in the publication of my book, Lal Ded of Kashmir: Saint Poetess - A Catalogue of Lal Vakhs. However, this project did not stop there. My team and I have continued to enhance the book, ensuring each vakh is accompanied by an English poetic narration. We have made every effort to preserve the spirit and meaning of the original vakhs, despite the occasional variations in wording across different sources.

The app features 320 vakhs from the great saint poetess Lal Ded, along with a range of user-friendly features including Home, Title Search, Vakhs, Ask Lal Ded, Videos, and more.

I wish you all joy and fulfilment as you explore the “Lal Vakhs” app!

Sham S. Misri

From Misri Library; https://www.blogger.com/blog/posts/345332971520225385

Seattle, Washington, USA

10-25-2024

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