The Bhagavad Gita, translated by Eknath Easwaran
Eknath Easwaran’s translation of The Bhagavad Gita presents Gautama Buddha’s timeless spiritual classic with clarity, including a thoughtful preface that sheds light on Indian spirituality. The Gita serves as a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, where Arjuna faces a moral crisis. Through Krishna’s guidance, the Gita explores the power of dharma, selflessness, inner peace, and provides steps to walking the path to spiritual awakening.
Easwaran's introduction helps readers understand the Gita not as a religious scripture confined to Hinduism, but as a universal guide for inner development. He emphasizes the Buddha’s lessons of selfless action, meditation, and the importance of having a disciplined mind. Easwaran breaks down spiritual teachings to let light shine in our chaotic world.
How are Indian spirituality and Christianity connected?
Similar to the Bible, the Bhagavad Gita offers steps to enlightenment. Christian doctrines emphasize the importance of avoiding temptation to deliver ourselves from evil. With over 2.3 billion followers, Christianity remains the world's leading religious text, focusing on faith and salvation. In contrast, Buddhism, with 520 million followers, dispels old world secrets of Samsara. Souls who choose to diverge from the Noble Eightfold Path fall deeper into suffering. Biblical scholars point out central themes of detachment in both religions, highlighting the universal quest for inner peace. Discover your insights by ordering a copy of the Gita on Amazon
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