The Bhagavadgita The Song Divine

by Grace H. Turnbull

Book Overview

The Bhagavadgita is a sacred Hindu scripture that is considered to be one of the most important texts in the religion. It is a dialogue between the warrior Arjuna and his charioteer, Lord Krishna, which takes place on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. In this conversation, Lord Krishna imparts wisdom and guidance to Arjuna, who is struggling with the moral implications of going to war against his own family. In this book, The Bhagavadgita: The Song Divine, author Grace H. Turnbull provides a comprehensive and accessible translation of the text, along with insightful commentary and analysis. She explores the themes of the text, including the nature of the self, the concept of dharma, and the path to spiritual liberation. The book also includes a brief history of Hinduism and the Bhagavadgita, as well as an explanation of the Sanskrit terms and concepts that are central to the text. With its clear and engaging prose, The Bhagavadgita: The Song Divine is an excellent resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this important spiritual text.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tongues of Fire a Bible of Sacred Scriptures of the Pagan World, by Grace H. Turnbull. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766101487.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425334229
• ISBN13: 9781425334222
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"