Shishya

Sanskrit

The student in the guru-shishya relationship.

ConceptBharatanatyamKuchipudiOdissiKathak

Meaning

A shishya is a disciple — not merely someone attending classes, but a student accepted into a teacher's line and expected to carry the style forward. The word implies commitment over years.

Also written: sishya, sishyai

Related words

ParamparaAn unbroken line of transmission from guru to student.GuruThe teacher, in a relationship closer than instruction.BaniA school or style of Bharatanatyam, carried down a lineage.ArangetramA dancer's first full solo recital before an audience.SabhaAn organisation that presents concerts and recitals.BhavaThe emotion the performer holds and conveys.

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