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Bhagavad-Gita (The Song of God)

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It's about time that we get a new translation of the Bhagavad Gita. The most popular version nowadays seems to be Swami Prabhupada's version, but unfortunately, he seems to think he is god. Sri Prasadji takes a much more low-key approach, simply translating the Gita to the best of his ability and allowing the reader to make sense of it rather than forcing his own opinions on others. Any time there is the possibility of confusion, Prasadji defines his terms and goes to the extra effort to make sure that what Vyasa was trying to describe is clear to even ones not familiar with Indian philosophy. More accurate than most other translations and rendered into modern prose, this makes an excellent place to start with if you're new to Eastern thought. Few terms are left in Sanskrit other than those that are necessary (Dharma, Karma, etc.). A wonderful addition to any seeker's library.

When I first saw this magnificent little book at Barnes & Noble bookstore I was ecstatic.Translated by Dr. Ramananda Prasad, founder of the American Gita Society, he includes quotations from the Vedas, Puranas, Upanisads, Smrtis, Ramayana, Mahabarata, Bhakti-Sutras, as well as other major scriptures of the world such as the Dhammapad and Koran.227 selected key verses are provided with a concise and to the point commentary, and 133 verses are printed in red to enable the first time reader to study these verses before delving deep into the vast ocean of transcendental knowlege. Of the utmost importance however is the Roman transliteration of the original Sanskrit text. This is critical for the serious yoga student since with this Roman transliteration you now have at your fingertips hundreds of very powerful mantras to suit any occasion.While practising your daily asanas, chant or recite any of these verses as your intuition guides you, to recieve maximum benefit from your daily routine.(do each 3 times to resonate in your 1.physical body 2.astral body and 3.causal body, you may also need to fix your gaze upon a lit candle, kept at eye level, to ensure one pointedness).This light weight compact version contains the very cream of the Gita which you can now carry with you for any occasion.Indispensible for every serious yogi and student.