Hindu Philosophy

Hindu Philosophy: The Bhagavad Gita or The Sacred Lay is a book written by John Davies that explores the central teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, one of the most significant Hindu texts. The Bhagavad Gita is a dialogue between the warrior Arjuna and his charioteer, Lord Krishna, on the eve of a great battle. The book delves into the philosophical and spiritual concepts presented in the text, including the nature of the self, the concept of dharma or duty, and the path to enlightenment. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the Bhagavad Gita, drawing on various interpretations and commentaries from scholars and philosophers. The book is an insightful and informative guide for anyone interested in Hindu philosophy and spirituality.1882. The Bhagavad Gita permanently resides on the list of the greatest spiritual books of all time. The scene of this poem is a battlefield with the prince Arjuna pitted against his own family, but no sooner does the poem begin than the action reverts inward. Krishna, Arjuna’s avatar and spiritual guide, points the way to the supreme wisdom and perfect freedom that lie within everyone’s reach.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.