This is a translation and commentary of the central Hindu religious classic - "The Bhagavad Gita".
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Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the founder of Transcendental Meditation, was born in India, around 1917. In around 1939 he became a disciple of Swami Brahmananda Saraswati, the spiritual leader of Jyotir Math, who inspired his own, later teachings. Since his first global tour in 1958, Maharishi's techniques for human development have been taught worldwide.
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38 of 42 people found the following review helpful
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Several years ago I read one of the many translations available of the great classic, The Bhagavad-Gita. I was deeply moved by its beauty and by the ring of truth it conveyed. But it left me frustrated. I wanted to know how I could experience for myself the great truths of life and living presented in this luminous wok of literature. I wanted to be able to live my life with equanimity and balance amidst all the pairs of opposites in life, and I wanted to attain the higher states of human consciousness alluded to in the text. Nothing was mentioned that could point me in the direction of realizing these goals. Nor could I find any translations or commentaries of the Gita that offered a practical means for experiencing the kind of transformation its message promised.
Then I got lucky. A friend gave me a copy of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's translation of the Gita. Wow! What an exhilarating experience it was to encounter the clear and simple expressions of truth that resonated with my innermost Being, and best of all - to find that there is a simple and natural technique I can practice to bring these truths into the mainstream of my daily life. I am deeply grateful to have found this masterpiece of literature, translated and commented on by someone who obviously a great master of human development - someone who has scaled the heights of human consciousness himself and can illuminate each step of the way for those of us who long to live and give the fullness that life has to offer.
18 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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I first read Maharishi's translation of the Gita in 1971. His commentary gives great insight into the practical philosophy which most know as his teaching of Transcendental Meditation. It is essential reading for anyone who has an interest in a practical investigation into higher states of human consciousness. Maharishi has sometimes been dismissed as a "popular guru" who was not for the serious spiritual seeker. This book reveals the deep thinker behind the headlines whose reading "into" the text creates more than many might expect
20 of 25 people found the following review helpful
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This translation of the Bhagavad Gita is the most eloquent available. It is a very clear, accurate and beautiful translation which is a joy to read. The commentary is also excellent. It maintains a consistent, logical and fascinating explaination of the text. This book is a constant companion of mine. I highly recommend it.
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Best Translation Ever
Very clear and precise with detailed explanations of the verses. The ancient texts are explained in modern language that anyone can understand, thus making it more relevent to our... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Diana Weber
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I learned more, and fell more deeply in love with the Bhagavad Gita...
This version of the Bhagavad Gita not only taught me more, but I fell more deeply in love the Gita than with any other version I have ever read. I cherish it!
Published 1 month ago by Mahima KaliDasi
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too hard to understand
too hard to understand, but will probably just not return it because it would cost too much to return it
Published 3 months ago by Mary Ann LoDuca
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The author's commnetary on the Bhagavad-Gita is a good attempt to try to bring an otherwise difficult reading to a broader, more secular audience. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dario Schiappa
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Awesome reading
I enjoyed reading this book. It empowered and inspired me. The information was well written by the author. Thank you.
Published 5 months ago by kimberly byrd
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Profound, Deep, Life Transforming
I found myself savoring every word. This is because Maharishi's commentary is on so many levels all at once. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Sharon
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The item arrived on-time and in excellent shape.
I ordered this book which was a part of my university research and I needed it asap. It arrived on-time and in excellent shape (like new). I am very happy with it.
Published 8 months ago by moradmalek
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Good used copy
We needed another copy of this book and decided on a used one. It was in good condition and quite satisfactory. Will buy from this company again.
Published 13 months ago by S. Halley
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A rich, nuanced commentary on a classic work of Vedic literature
The Bhagavad Gita at first seems like a small story from an epic poem, the Mahabharata. It tells about a great warrior, Arjuna, and his talk with Lord Krishna at the eve of a great... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Duncan Brown
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Wisdom Relevant To This Day And Age
Although this book is essentially based on a [probably mostly mythological] battle millennia ago, it brings out wisdom that is relevant to life in the west in the 21st century. Read more
Published on September 28, 2010 by TheResoluteMind
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