Edwin Arnold

The Song Celestial or Bhagavad-Gita (eBook, ePUB)

Discourse Between Arjuna, Prince of India, and the Supreme Being Under the Form of Krishna

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The Bhagavad Gita ("Song of the Lord"), often referred to as simply the Gita, is a 700-verse Hindu scripture in Sanskrit that is part of the Hindu epic Mahabharata. The Gita is set in a narrative framework of a dialogue between Pandava prince Arjuna and his guide and charioteer Krishna. Facing the duty as a warrior to fight the Dharma Yudhha or righteous war between Pandavas and Kauravas, Arjuna is counselled by Krishna to "fulfill his Kshatriya (warrior) duty as a warrior and establishing Dharma." The Bhagavad Gita presents a synthesis of the Brahmanical concept of Dharma, theistic bhakti, the yogic ideals of moksha through jnana, bhakti, karma, and Raja Yoga and Samkhya philosophy. Sir Edwin Arnold (1832 - 1904) was an English poet and journalist. His chief work with this object is The Light of Asia, which was translated into various languages such as Hindi. "So have I read this wonderful and spirit-thrilling speech, By Krishna and Prince Arjun held, discoursing each with each; So have I writ its wisdom here,--its hidden mystery, For England; O our India! as dear to me as She!" - Edwin Arnold

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. Januar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028212322
• Artikelnr.: 64380466

Autorenporträt

Sir Edwin Arnold (1832-1904) was an English poet and journalist, best known for his employment of blank verse in lyrical interpretations of Asian philosophies and religions. Born on June 10, 1832, in Gravesend, Kent, Arnold nurtured a fascination for the Far East, which profoundly influenced his literary career. His scholarly pursuits at King's School, Rochester, and later at University College, Oxford, earned him a first-class degree in Classics. Upon graduation, Arnold embarked on a career in education before turning to journalism, ultimately becoming the editor of 'The Daily Telegraph', a position he held for over forty years. His fascination with India and Buddhist philosophy led to the publication of 'The Light of Asia' (1879), a poetic rendering of the life and teachings of the Buddha, which garnered widespread acclaim and contributed significantly to the Western understanding of Eastern thought. 'The Song Celestial or Bhagavad-Gita' (1885), his adaptation of the Bhagavad Gita, is considered a seminal work, notable for its poetic grace and clarity. Arnold's literary style is characterized by a romantic enthusiasm for the cultures of the East and a desire to make their philosophies accessible to a Western audience. His works often reflect a didactic intention, seeking to convey moral and philosophical ideas through verse. Arnold's contributions to literature and cross-cultural understanding were recognized by his knighthood in 1888. He remains a respected figure in nineteenth-century English literature, revered for his efforts to bridge Eastern and Western cultures.