The Bhagavad-Gita is probably the most popular - and certainly the most frequently quoted and widely studied - work of the Hindu scriptures. This book investigates the relationship between the various interpretations of the Bhagavad-Gita and the Hindu tradition. Taking into account a range of influential Indian and western thinkers to illustrate trends in writing about the Bhagavad-Gita including Western academic; Indian activist; Christian theological; Hindu universalist; perennialist mystical and contemporary experiental accounts. Examining the ideas of such influential figures as F Max Muller, M K Ghandi, Bede Griffiths, Swami Vivekananda, Aldous Huxley and Swami Bhakivedanta, this book demonstrates the inextricable link between different interpretations of the Bhagavad-Gita and images of the Hindu tradition. This accessible book aptly demonstrates the relevance of the Bhagavad-Gita for an understanding of Hinduism as a modern phenomenon.

This is a collection of careful, objective, historically sensitive studies of modern commentators on the Bhagavadgita, one of the basic scriptures of Hinduism, and one which has been widely read in the modern West. Experts on modern Indian religious thought show how Ghandi, Vivekananda, Radhakrishnan, Bhaktivedanta, Aurobindo, Tilak, Bhave, Sivananda, the Theosophists, and Bhankim read, used and interpreted the Gita. Collectively, the essays display the different backgrounds and orientations of the major Indian thinkers of our time. An Introduction and a Conclusion provide a perspective on the thinkers and identify common themes which are part of modern emphases.

Essays on The Bhagavadgita are a series of publication having a principal objective of reflecting some of the distinct part of the Holy Scripture. Some of the references are also incorporated at different places as per need to elaborate the relevance of teachings of the Holy Scripture in modern context. Teachings of Veda, Upanishad, Vedantas and Gita provide valuable instructions which always remain free from the alterations duly observed in and around the context. Because of that reason every minute parts of this Holy Scripture are equally important if aspirants prefer following all such teachings in daily life. It is also an established fact that teachings of Gita is relevant for aspirants from all walks of life; it is not necessary that any aspirant can have any previous knowledge of any other scripture before starting to move through the Holy Scripture and other relevant compilations duly prepared on the basis of the comprehensive teachings of the Holy Scripture.

This volume of Essays on The Gita will cover up the doctrines and rituals explained differently by Sage Veda Vyasa various chapters. Different names for this part are coined by saints and Philosophers time to time. It is also true that we are willingly or unwillingly move through instances when mind and intellect get indulge in arbitrations related to our definite role in society. The Yoga of Knowledge and Actions are also closely linked up when we move on to execute some activities, claim some rights and perform some duties. We cannot claim that this volume will provide vivid translation of the Holy Scripture titled The Bhagavadgita; even it is not confirmed that descriptions, comments or narratives of all types duly proposed by different narrators are converged before preparing this document. It has some sort of linkages to the modern context and the context of Epics to work out relevance of the Holy Scripture. This book will also reflect relevance of The Bhagavadgita on the basis of its applicability and justifications. We can put us easily at the place of the fellow warrior if entire society is considered as a battle field; there requires a time tested guidance upon which one can rely perfectly for working out a solution; for establishing balance of mind and intellect; for regulating senses with the help of quality segments of Ego (AHAM); for feeling the presence of the Supreme Master besides all kinds of material as well as living manifestations. Realising the omnipresence of Brahman and acknowledging presence of such masterly guide at all instances of creation is the real objective to be accomplished during life span of a human. It can be accomplished under abled guidance of a Divine master.

This volume of publications is titled “Karma Yoga”. “Karma” is a Sanskrit word derived from the root “Kri” to do, and the primary meaning of the word therefore is performing duties or accomplishing some actions. There exists some other secondary significance of the word, but in Karma – Yoga, it is action that is the subject of enquiry. The Gita recognises the fact that work is the natural sanction of nature, man is incessantly changing frequently, animals are changing while keeping pace with evolutionary tendencies, plants, tiny organisms and germs are changing and even minerals are also changing.

Philosophy of The Bhagavad Gita: A Contemporary Introduction presents a complete philosophical guide and new translation of the most celebrated text of Hinduism. While usually treated as mystical and religious poetry, this new translation focuses on the philosophy underpinning the story of a battle between two sets of cousins of the Aryan clan. Designed for use in the classroom, this lively and readable translation: - Situates the text in its philosophical and cultural contexts - Features summaries and chapter analyses and questions at the opening and end of each of the eighteen chapters encouraging further study - Highlights points of comparison and overlap between Indian and Western philosophical concepts and themes such as just war, care ethics, integrity and authenticity - Includes a glossary allowing the reader to determine the meaning of central concepts Written with clarity and without presupposing any prior knowledge of Hinduism, Philosophy of the Bhagavad Gita: A Contemporary Introduction reveals the importance and value of reading the Gita philosophically.