Born in British India to an itinerant Sanskrit scholar, Rama defied social boundaries to recite the sacred legends. Eventually, she appeared before a panel of experts in British Calcutta, earned the title Pandita, and became a public lecturer until she married. As a widow, Rama returned to her profession before traveling to England for further education at Cheltenham. While there, Rama accepted Christian baptism. Rama continued on to America where she raised funds for her still-existing ashram near Pune, India.
Rama’s Labyrinth is the true inspirational story of one woman’s quest for self-discovery and spiritual growth.
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After Rama began reciting, she and Srinivas enjoyed a more comfortable life. Srinivas thought they could do even better. He decided it was time to leave the pilgrim path and migrate to Calcutta. He believed Rama proved the women's worth. She had a role to fulfill. Rama isn't so sure.
Book Excerpt
Rama's Labyrinth: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
Calcutta. The sounds, the smells, the intensity were too much to grasp. As they walked through the gates, Rama covered her face in terror and almost slipped in the mud.
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