Sonntag, 26. September 2010

Bhagavad Gita


The Bhagavad Gita (Hindi: भगवद्गीता) is one of the central texts of Hinduism. It has the form of a poem. The probably between the fifth and second century BC created text is a combination of different schools of thought of the then India based on the Vedas, the Upanishads, the Brahmanism, yoga, etc., but it is closest to the Upanishads.
The Bhagavad Gita takes place in the Mahabharata. It is two chapters long (700 lines).
The third son of Pandu, Arjuna, has problems with continuing fighting as he starts to have feelings for his opponents (relevants), but Krishna convinces him to continue his fight.

Main meanings of the Bhagavad Gita: -Meaning of life? 
                                                         -why do we suffer?

Parts of the Bhagavad Gita:
"Now I am confused about my duty and have lost all composure because of miserly weakness. In this condition I am asking You to tell me for certain what is best for me. Now I am Your disciple, and a soul surrendered unto You. Please instruct me." (2.8)
"Arjuna said: 'My dear Krishna, 0 infallible one, my illusion is now gone. I have regained my memory by Your mercy. I am now firm and free from doubt and am prepared to act according to Your instructions.'" (18.72)

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