{"product_id":"the-bhagavad-gita-classic-of-indian-spirituality-easwarans-classics-of-indian-spirituality","title":"Nilgiri Press The Bhagavad Gita - Classic of Indian Spirituality | Paperback | 296 Pages","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Bhagavad Gita (Classic of Indian Spirituality)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bhagavad Gita is the most renowned of all Indian scriptures, and Eknath Easwaran’s best-selling translation offers reliability, readability, and profound insight. Easwaran's extensive 55-page introduction contextualizes the Bhagavad Gita historically, highlighting the universal and timeless nature of its teachings. Chapter introductions elucidate key concepts, while accompanying notes and a glossary define Sanskrit terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEaswaran, who grew up in the Hindu tradition in India and learned Sanskrit from a young age, was a professor of English literature before coming to the West. Recognized as an authority on Indian classics and world mysticism, he brings a unique perspective to this translation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative dramatically unfolds on a battlefield, where the warrior Arjuna seeks guidance from his spiritual teacher, Sri Krishna, amidst profound existential questions. Easwaran emphasizes that the Gita transcends a mere historical dialogue, presenting the \"war within\" – the universal human struggle for self-mastery. Arjuna's modern-day dilemma of feeling lost and seeking direction mirrors the internal battles faced by individuals today. Krishna's response, delivered in 700 verses, offers sublime instruction on life, death, love, work, and the nature of the soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEaswaran effectively demonstrates the Bhagavad Gita's enduring relevance, guiding readers to strive for righteousness, much like Arjuna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\/Benefits:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBest-selling translation by Eknath Easwaran\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReliable, readable, and profound interpretation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e55-page introduction placing the text in historical context\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChapter introductions clarifying key concepts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNotes and glossary for Sanskrit terms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExplores the inner struggle for self-mastery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRelevant teachings for contemporary life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nilgiri Press\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eknath Easwaran\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 296\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 132x21x205mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1050g\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2007-06-28\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart of Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easwaran's Classics of Indian Spirituality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition of the Bhagavad Gita provides a comprehensive and accessible entry into one of the world's most significant spiritual texts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"by Eknath Easwaran","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57825749795198,"sku":"1586380192","price":21.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/3919\/1207\/files\/71nDBHiOzIL.jpg?v=1786374978","url":"https:\/\/www.yachew.com\/fr-be\/products\/the-bhagavad-gita-classic-of-indian-spirituality-easwarans-classics-of-indian-spirituality","provider":"Yachew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}