Bhagavad Gita Annotated & Explained
“Bhagavad Gita Annotated & Explained” by Kendra Crossen Burroughs is a revised edition published by SkyLight Paths Publishing in 2001, comprising 165 pages. This edition presents the Bhagavad Gita, a revered Hindu text, as a resource for spiritual exploration. It conveys the narrative of a warrior seeking guidance from Krishna, who embodies divine wisdom, and offers teachings on essential topics such as the immortality of the soul, meditation, and selfless action.
Readers will find that this edition provides insightful commentary that clarifies philosophical terms and references, making the text accessible to those without prior knowledge of Hinduism. The commentary addresses significant questions, including the implications of the caste system and the context of the Gita’s teachings amid conflict. This book serves as a companion for anyone on a spiritual journey, highlighting the universal themes of love, guidance, and inner peace found within this ancient classic.
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An ancient classic that can become a companion for your own spiritual journey.
Millions of people turn daily to India’s most beloved holy book, the Bhagavad Gita (“Song of the Lord”), to instruct their spiritual practice. A Hindu classic, it has universal appeal for people of all faith traditions who turn to its inspirational support in the struggles of life, its consolation in times of grief and its deeply moving promise of God’s love and guidance.
Composed in Sanskrit verse thousands of years ago, this timeless text tells the story of a distraught warrior on the verge of battle and the compassionate counsel he receives from Krishna–God in human form. In just seven hundred lines, the Gita presents concise teachings on such topics as the immortality of the soul, meditation and yoga, worship and sacrifice, the ideal of selfless action and the oneness of all life in the Divine.
Now you can read and understand the Gita with no previous knowledge of Hinduism required. This SkyLight Illuminations edition offers insightful yet unobtrusive commentary that explains references and philosophical terms, shares the inspiring interpretations of famous spiritual teachers and addresses questions such as the inner meaning of India’s caste system and why this sublime discourse on inner peace is set against the background of a violent civil war.
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