The Bhagavad Gita - Paperback

by Swami Nikhilananda (Translator), William E. Hocking (Foreword by)

The Bhagavad Gita is a sacred text of Hinduism, and this particular edition is translated and commented upon by Swami Nikhilananda. The book is a dialogue between the warrior Arjuna and his charioteer, the god Krishna, on the battlefield before a great battle. The conversation covers a wide range of philosophical and spiritual topics, including the nature of the self, the purpose of life, and the path to liberation. Swami Nikhilananda's translation and commentary provide readers with a clear and accessible understanding of the text's teachings, making it an excellent resource for those interested in Hinduism, philosophy, or spirituality. The book also includes an introduction that provides historical and cultural context for the text, as well as a glossary of Sanskrit terms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.