4198 - Bhagavad Gita As It Is
Author: A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Description: Bhagavad Gita As It Is is a widely respected English translation and commentary on the ancient Indian scripture, the Bhagavad Gita. Authored by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), the book presents the Gita in its original Sanskrit along with Roman transliteration, word-for-word meanings, English translation, and a detailed commentary rooted in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. It emphasizes the path of devotional service (bhakti yoga) to Lord Krishna and advocates spiritual surrender as the means to attain liberation. This edition is known for its clarity, spiritual authority, and devotional tone. ⸻ Keywords: Bhagavad Gita, Krishna, Arjuna, Bhakti Yoga, devotion, Gaudiya Vaishnavism, ISKCON, karma, jnana, dharma, spiritual surrender ⸻ Ideal for: Spiritual seekers, students of Hindu philosophy, followers of Krishna consciousness, readers of sacred texts, and those interested in devotional paths ⸻ Age: 15 years and above (best for thoughtful readers ready to engage with philosophical and spiritual content) ⸻ Theme: Duty, devotion, detachment, self-realization, divine guidance, the eternal soul, spiritual liberation ⸻ Tone: Devotional, authoritative, didactic, reverent ⸻ Book Type: Scriptural commentary; philosophical and devotional text ⸻ Length: Approximately 900–1100 pages.