Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c10.s2.t19.7

v2.c10.s2.t19.7

From the hints and clues that can be found in Harṣacarita and Kādambarī, it can be said that Bāṇa was a firm believer in Lord Shiva, and he also admired Brahma and Vishnu. He was a typical Brahman but also had respect for Buddhism and Buddha and regarded Buddha as the god of Hinduism. Bāṇa was an expert in classics, philosophers, the two great epics and various legends and myths, and was very familiar with folk stories and works created by ancient Sanskrit authors Bhāsa and Kalidasa. All in all, Bāṇa was a great author with an open mind, profound knowledge and rich experience.