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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