The Living Gita: The Complete Bhagavad Gita : A Commentary for Modern Readers - Softcover

Satchidananda, Swami

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0805014004 ISBN 13: 9780805014006

Publisher: Henry Holt & Co, 1990

Synopsis

The BHAGAVAD GITA tells the story of how Arjuna the great warrior is seated in his chariot about to engage in battle when he sees his own kinsmen and his revered teacher arrayed in battle against him and he feels that he cannot fight. It is then that Krishna the Cosmic Lord comes to counsel him. Arjuna represents the human soul seated in the chariot of the body and Krishna is the inner Spirit the God within who is there to counsel him. Today we are only too aware that humanity is divided against itself and as a result many are driven to despair. This message of the Gita comes to teach us that it is only when we rise above human schemes and calculations and awake to the presence of the indwelling Spirit that we can hope to find an answer to our need. ¨ A classic scripture of the East interpreted for modern readers.

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About the Author:

His Holiness Sri Swami Satchidananda is one of the most revered Yoga Masters of our time. A much-loved teacher, well known for his combination of practical wisdom and spiritual insight, he gave his life to the service of humanity, demonstrating by his own example the means of finding abiding peace. His message of peace, both individual and universal, has been heard worldwide. Each year, he received hundreds of invitations to speak at conferences, colleges, medical groups, and houses of worship around the globe.

About this edition

• Publisher: Henry Holt & Co
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0805014004
• ISBN 13: 9780805014006
• Binding: Paperback