The Bhagavad Gita

Description

The Bhagavad Gita: A Guide to Modern Living

Translated by Eknath Easwaran

Ancient wisdom for the battles of everyday life.

The Bhagavad Gita is one of the world’s most influential spiritual texts, and Eknath Easwaran’s translation is widely considered the most accessible for the modern reader. Set on a battlefield, it serves as a powerful metaphor for the internal struggles we all face, providing a clear path to mental clarity and spiritual strength.

This version focuses on the practical application of the Gita’s teachings, showing you how to maintain your equilibrium in a world of constant change and pressure.

Mastering the Self: What Awaits You Inside

Easwaran’s insightful introduction and chapter summaries help you unlock the timeless lessons of the Gita. You will discover:

• Overcoming Anxiety and Fear: Learn the art of “selfless action,” which allows you to perform your duties without being paralyzed by the results or the future.
• The Path of Balance: Discover how to remain calm in the face of both success and failure, pleasure and pain.
• Wisdom in Action: Practical guidance on how to make difficult decisions with clarity, integrity, and a sense of purpose.
• The Strength of the Witness: Techniques to detach from the ego and the “monkey mind,” finding a sanctuary of peace within yourself.

What You Will Gain from This Translation

• Unshakable Courage: The mental tools needed to face life’s challenges with a steady heart and a clear mind.
• Self-Control: A deeper understanding of your habits and desires, giving you the power to choose your responses rather than reacting blindly.
• Spiritual Guidance: A direct connection to the perennial philosophy that has inspired leaders and seekers for centuries.
• Inner Stability: A sense of groundedness that remains even during times of chaos or confusion.
• Product Specifications
• Best For: People seeking wisdom, clarity, and stability in their personal or professional lives.
• Format: Highly readable translation with helpful commentary.
• Vibe: Strong, protective, and profoundly wise.

“You have the right to work, but never to the fruit of work. You should never engage in action for the sake of reward, nor should you long for inaction.”

Find your center in the storm. Add The Bhagavad Gita to your library and claim your inner strength.