4297 - Srimad bhagvad Gita
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Description: The Bhagavad Gita is a revered 700-verse Sanskrit scripture embedded within the Indian epic Mahabharata. Structured as a sacred dialogue on the battlefield of Kuruksetra, it unfolds in the moment Arjuna hesitates upon facing his kin in war. Lord Kṛṣṇa leads him through profound spiritual teachings concerning duty (dharma), righteous action (karma), self-knowledge (jnana), devotion (bhakti), and liberation (moksa). ⸻ Keywords: Bhagavad Gita; Krishna; Arjuna; dharma; karma yoga; janana yoga; bhakti; self-realization; ancient scripture; Vedic philosophy ⸻ Ideal for: Spiritual aspirants, practitioners of yoga and meditation, students of Indian philosophy, ethical thinkers, seekers of moral guidance, and anyone exploring the nature of self and duty. ⸻ Age: 16 years and above (philosophical depth and moral complexity are best suited for mature teens and adults) ⸻ Theme: Righteous action amid adversity, surrender to divine will, inner transformation, various paths to the eternal self, universal duty, wisdom over attachment ⸻ Tone: Sovereign, instructive, compassionate, philosophical, and spiritually uplifting—combining poetic power with practical guidance ⸻ Book Type: Scriptural dialogue; philosophical-religious scripture; spiritual classic in the form of divine teachings; part of the Mahabharata ⸻ Length: 700 verses, usually organized into 18 chapters; typical editions range between 150 to 300 pages.