Bhagavad Gita in the Light of Sri Aurobindo
Bhagavad Gita in the Light of Sri Aurobindo
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Archana Maheshwari
1978
"Bhagavad Gita in the Light of Sri Aurobindo," edited by Maheshwar, presents the original Sanskrit text alongside an English translation rooted in Sri Aurobindo’s "Essays on the Gita." This edition skillfully merges formal translations, free renderings, and interpretations to elucidate the profound meanings of the slokas. Key excerpts from Sri Aurobindo’s essays enrich the text, highlighting the depth of each verse. Including comprehensive introductory and concluding chapters from Sri Aurobindo’s work, this book offers a thorough exploration of the Gita’s spiritual teachings through his unique perspective.
Preface
Preface
To study the Bhagavad Gita is a privilege, and to receive guidance from the Bhagavad Gita is an experience; but to study and receive guidance from the Bhagavad Gita in the light of Sri Aurobindo is a revelation; it is a direct working of the Master of the Yoga, Yogeshwara, within oneself.
Bhagavad Gita in the Light of Sri Aurobindo' is a book in which the original Sanskrit text is presented with a translation in English. The special feature of this book is that these translations have been done in the light of Sri Aurobindo's great work, "Essays on the Gita"
Moreover, practically in every chapter, the editor has quoted the most relevant passages from Sri Aurobindo's book in order to bring home to the reader the deep and comprehensive meaning of 'shlokas' as revealed by the Master of the Yoga.
The book aims to be a pathway leading to the great revelation by Sri Aurobindo of the Bhagavad Gita; and for this purpose the first and the last chapters of "Essays on the Gita" have been included in full.
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