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The Wit that 
Won Hearts
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The Wit that 
Won Hearts
I n t r o d u c t io n
In the Vijayanagara Empire, King 
Krishnadeva Raya's reign was a Golden 
Era. His court jester, Tenali Ramakrishna, 
was known for his wit and wisdom.
This story recounts how Tenali's cleverness 
resolved a misunderstanding between the 
king and queen, teaching lessons about 
communication, pride, and the power of 
wit.
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The Wit that 
Won Hearts
I n t r o d u c t io n
In the Vijayanagara Empire, King 
Krishnadeva Raya's reign was a Golden 
Era. His court jester, Tenali Ramakrishna, 
was known for his wit and wisdom.
This story recounts how Tenali's cleverness 
resolved a misunderstanding between the 
king and queen, teaching lessons about 
communication, pride, and the power of 
wit.
The Vijayanagara Empire
1
Powerful Kingdom
Known for its immense wealth, cultural 
achievements, and military strength
2
Golden Era
Under Krishnadeva Raya, the empire 
reached its zenith in prosperity and 
cultural development
3
Cultural Center
Flourished with advancements in art, 
literature, architecture, and scholarship
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The Wit that 
Won Hearts
I n t r o d u c t io n
In the Vijayanagara Empire, King 
Krishnadeva Raya's reign was a Golden 
Era. His court jester, Tenali Ramakrishna, 
was known for his wit and wisdom.
This story recounts how Tenali's cleverness 
resolved a misunderstanding between the 
king and queen, teaching lessons about 
communication, pride, and the power of 
wit.
The Vijayanagara Empire
1
Powerful Kingdom
Known for its immense wealth, cultural 
achievements, and military strength
2
Golden Era
Under Krishnadeva Raya, the empire 
reached its zenith in prosperity and 
cultural development
3
Cultural Center
Flourished with advancements in art, 
literature, architecture, and scholarship
King Krishnadeva Raya
Ruled from 1509 to 1529
Remembered as a wise and strong king
Not only a warrior but also a talented 
poet
Wrote famous works like 
Amuktamalyada and Jambavati 
Parinayam
Patron of learning and the arts
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The Wit that 
Won Hearts
I n t r o d u c t io n
In the Vijayanagara Empire, King 
Krishnadeva Raya's reign was a Golden 
Era. His court jester, Tenali Ramakrishna, 
was known for his wit and wisdom.
This story recounts how Tenali's cleverness 
resolved a misunderstanding between the 
king and queen, teaching lessons about 
communication, pride, and the power of 
wit.
The Vijayanagara Empire
1
Powerful Kingdom
Known for its immense wealth, cultural 
achievements, and military strength
2
Golden Era
Under Krishnadeva Raya, the empire 
reached its zenith in prosperity and 
cultural development
3
Cultural Center
Flourished with advancements in art, 
literature, architecture, and scholarship
King Krishnadeva Raya
Ruled from 1509 to 1529
Remembered as a wise and strong king
Not only a warrior but also a talented 
poet
Wrote famous works like 
Amuktamalyada and Jambavati 
Parinayam
Patron of learning and the arts
The Ashtadiggajas
Krishnadeva Raya's court featured eight legendary poets known as the A s h t a d i g g a j a s (Eight 
Elephants of Directions)
Allasani Peddana
Known as Andhra Kavita 
Pitamaha (the father of 
Telugu poetry)
Tenali Ramakrishna
Renowned for his wit, 
wisdom, and problem-solving 
abilities
Other Poets
Including Nandi Timmana, 
Madayyagari Mallana, 
Dhurjati, and Pingali Surana