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The Journal of the Royal Institute of Thailand Volume III - 2011 27 Srisurang Poolthupya Rabindranath Tagoreûs literary works are universal and timeless. Yet also manifest in them is Indian culture. They promote good will and good understanding among nations. They can be understood by all as these literary works are universal and cosmopolitan in thought and not confined to India alone. They truly promote truth, peace and love among human beings in the whole world. Though we are now in the 21 st century, Rabindranath Tagoreûs works are still relevant. If one reads çThe Voice of Humanityé, Tagoreûs address given in Milan, Italy, one will find that his words still ring true: çOnly those races will prosper who, for the sake of their own perfection and permanent safety, are ready to cultivate the spiritual magnanimity of mind that enables the soul of man to be realized in the heart of all racesé. (Tagore, 1970c: 146). In addition, do not forget that, for Rabindranath Tagore, all art forms and creative thoughts are equally important, be they poetry, music, painting, stories, essays, lectures. They can inspire and help anyone to çcultivate the spiritual magnanimity of mind.é Picture 6 Tagore with H.R.H. Prince Damrong Rajanubhab in Thailand by courtesy of the Ministry of Culture 16-28_mac9 5/3/12, 11:13 PM 27