The Song Celestial: A Poetic Version of the Bhagavad Gita by Edwin Arnold

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The Song Celestial: A Poetic Version of the Bhagavad Gita is a poetic rendition of the Bhagavad Gita - an ancient Hindu scripture that is part of the Indian epic the Mahabharata - by Sir Edwin Arnold, originally published in 1885. Arnold's rendition captures the essence and philosophical depth of the original text while presenting it in a format accessible to Western readers. He sought to convey the spiritual teachings and profound wisdom of the Gita through poetic language and imagery. The Bhagavad Gita itself is a dialogue between Prince Arjuna and the god Krishna, who serves as his charioteer. Set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, the Gita addresses the moral and philosophical dilemmas faced by Arjuna as he grapples with the prospect of fighting in a righteous but emotionally challenging war. The teachings of the Bhagavad Gita cover a wide range of topics, including duty (dharma), righteousness, devotion, selflessness, and the nature of reality. It presents various paths to spiritual liberation, emphasizing the importance of selfless action (karma yoga), devotion to God (bhakti yoga), and the pursuit of knowledge (jnana yoga).

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Formats: PDF, epub, AZW3
Page Count (PDF): 73
Word Count: 20,223
Illustrations: No
Footnotes: 37
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