Rasas
The nine rasas are emotions as expressed in a work of art. Indian Music generally does not express raudra, bhayanaka, or vibhatsya.
| rasa | emotion | |
|---|---|---|
| shringara | joy/love (adi) | |
| hasya | laughter, joy | |
| karuna | sadness, pathos | |
| raudra | anger, rage | |
| veera | courage, heroism | |
| bhayanaka | fear, terror | |
| vibhatsya | disgust | |
| adbhuta | surprise, wonder | |
| shanta | peace, tranquility |
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