Bhartrhari (Bhartṛhari)

(Language: Sanskrit)

Short Description: A popular poet and grammarian believed to be from the 7th century

Long Description: One of the often quoted poets, he is author of the Nitistakam (on policy), Srhgāraśatakam (on love) and Vairāgyaśatakam (on renunciation). Bhartrhari was also a grammarian. According to some historians he belonged to the 7th century.