The Bhagavad Gita by Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa
The Bhagavad Gita is a spiritual and philosophical dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. As Arjuna faces a moral dilemma about fighting in the war, Krishna imparts profound teachings on duty, righteousness, and the nature of life and death. The discourse explores key concepts such as dharma (duty), yoga (the path to realization), and bhakti (devotion), offering guidance on how to live a life of purpose and spiritual fulfillment. Through this conversation, the text addresses the eternal struggle between good and evil, encouraging individuals to act according to their higher self and divine will.
The 16730th greatest book of all time
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- -400
- Nationality
- Indian
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 700-800
- Original Language
- Sanskrit
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- Alternate Titles
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- The Bhagavad Gita Introduced & Translated By Eknath Easwaran
- The Song of God
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