Bhagavad Gita by Sir Edwin Arnold (Translator)

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One of the world’s most valued scriptures, the Bhagavad Gita is a Hindu scripture which is a part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. Undeniably, it is also one of the most important texts in the history of literature and philosophy. The scripture offers a guide on how to achieve a self-sufficient life and clarification of Indian theology. Written in the form of a poetic dialogue between Krishna and Arjuna, the piece is comprised of 700 verses. It depicts the relationship between man and God, a divine purpose, and the omnipresence of God that serves to reward good. The literary piece takes place on the eve of a great battle which promises to be violent and with definite casualties. On the scene of the battlefield, Prince Arjuna is inspecting the area while in doubt and morally insecure about whether or not to go ahead with the battle against his very own kin. In response to the prince’s indecisiveness, Krishna explains his duties as a prince as he proceeds to address certain philosophies using examples and analogies. For that reason, the dialogue has been presented as a concise guide to Hindu philosophy and attainment of self-contentment. Most inspiring is the purpose of the sacred Hindu text, whose aims are not merely to enlighten and instruct on the scope of religion, but also try and reach out to humanity in general in order to incite a better life for everyone and promote coexistence. By means of its philosophies and knowledge, the document presents profound wisdom which is sure to leave an eternal impression through its powerful and perpetual message. A work offering comfort and enlightenment, the Bhagavad Gita is regarded with much respect and love as it directs its readers towards a fulfilling and joyous life. Translated by Sir Edwin Arnold, the book presents a translation magnificently written and true to the original, as it alluringly stirs up emotion and strong imagery within its audience.

Episode Date
00 – Intoductory Note
Jan 02, 2024
01 – The Distress of Arjuna
Jan 01, 2024
02 – Of Doctrines
Dec 31, 2023
03 – Virtue in Work
Dec 30, 2023
04 – Of the Religion of Knowledge
Dec 29, 2023
05 – The Book of Religion by Renouncing Fruit of Works
Dec 28, 2023
06 – Of Religion of Self Restraint
Dec 27, 2023
07 – Of Religion by Discernment
Dec 26, 2023
08 – Of Religion by Devotion to the One Supreme God
Dec 25, 2023
09 – Of Religion by the Kingly Knowledge and the Kingly Mystery
Dec 24, 2023
10 – Of Religion by the Heavenly Perfections
Dec 23, 2023
11 – Of the Manifesting of the One and Manifold
Dec 22, 2023
12 – Of the Religion of Faith
Dec 21, 2023
13 – Of Religion by Separation of Matter and Spirit
Dec 20, 2023
14 – Of Religion by Separation from the Qualities
Dec 19, 2023
15 – Of Religion by Attaining the Supreme
Dec 18, 2023
16 – Of the Separateness of the Divine and the Undivine
Dec 17, 2023
17 – Of Religion by the Threefold Kinds of Faith
Dec 16, 2023
18 – Of Religion by Deliverance and Renunciation
Dec 15, 2023