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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