Vyasa

Gebundenes Buch

The Bhagavad Gita (Annotated) (Deluxe Library Edition)

Beschreibung

The Bhagavad Gita is a dialogue between Pandava prince Arjuna and his guide and charioteer Krishna. At the start of the Dharma Yudhha (righteous war) between Pandavas and Kauravas, Arjuna is filled with moral dilemma and despair about the violence and death the war will cause. He wonders if he should renounce, and seeks Krishna's counsel, whose answers and discourse constitute The Bhagavad Gita. Krishna counsels Arjuna to fulfill his Kshatriya (warrior) duty to uphold the Dharma through "selfless action." The Krishna-Arjuna dialogue covers a broad range of spiritual topics, touching upon ethical dilemmas and philosophical issues that go far beyond the war Arjuna faces. The Bhagavad Gita is the best known and most famous of Hindu texts, with a unique pan-Hindu influence. The Gita presents a synthesis of Hindu ideas about dharma, theistic bhakti, and the yogic ideals of moksha. The text covers jnana, bhakti, karma, and Raja Yoga incorporating ideas from the Samkhya-Yoga philosophy. The Gita's call for selfless action inspired many leaders of the Indian independence movement including Mahatma Gandhi who referred to it as his "spiritual dictionary."

Autor

Vyasa, regarded as one of the greatest sages in Hindu tradition, is credited with compiling the Vedas, a foundational text of ancient Indian knowledge. As the author of the Mahabharata, Vyasa's influence extends beyond literary contributions, offering philosophical and moral guidance through this epic. His wisdom and teachings are interwoven into Indian spiritual thought, influencing countless generations.According to tradition, Vyasa played a pivotal role in establishing Hindu scripture by organizing the vast and complex Vedic texts. His work on the Mahabharata includes The Bhagavad Gita, a spiritual dialogue that has become a timeless philosophical guide. Vyasa's contributions shaped not only Hindu scripture but also broader Indian philosophy.Vyasa's legacy continues through festivals, stories, and scripture, celebrating his life and wisdom. His influence has spread globally, resonating with scholars and spiritual seekers alike. Even today, Vyasa is revered as an avatar of Vishnu, embodying the eternal quest for knowledge and enlightenment.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Engage Classics
• Seitenzahl: 104
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Dezember 2020
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 314g
• ISBN-13: 9781774760574
• ISBN-10: 1774760576
• Artikelnr.: 64364097