The Eknath, Easwaran 1910-1999 text bibliography nyu New York Vintage Books 1985 2000 1st ed. monographic eng san

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xlix, 122 p. ; 21 cm. Summary: In the Bhagavad Gita, Prince Arjuna asks direct, uncompromising questions of his spiritual guide on the eve of a great battle. In this expanded edition of the most famous and popular of Indian criptures, Eknath Easwaran contextualizes the book culturally and historically and explains the key concepts of Hindu religious thought and the technical vocabulary of yoga. Chapter introductions, notes, and a glossary help readers understand the book's message. Most importantly, this translation uses simple, clear language to impart the poetry, universality, and timelessness of the Gita's teachings Contents: Table of Contents; The Classics of IndianSpirituality; Introduction: The Bhagavad Gita; The War Within; Self-Realization; Selfless Service; Wisdom in Action; Renounce & Rejoice; The Practice of Meditation; Wisdom from Realization; The Eternal Godhead; The Royal Path; Divine Splendor; The Cosmic Vision; The Way of Love; The Field & the Knower; The Forces of Evolution; The Supreme Self; Two Paths; The Power of Faith; Freedom & Renunciation; Notes; Glossary; Index. translated and with a preface by Eknath Easwaran. Includes bibliographical references (p. 121-122). Includes translation from Sanskrit. Hinduism Sacred Books Religion Hinduism Sacred writings BL 1138.62 .E5 1985 294.5/92404521 0375705554 99053439 http://www.loc.gov/catdir/bios/random059/99053439.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/description/random041/99053439.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/bios/random059/99053439.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/description/random041/99053439.html DLC 991015 20151113123235.0 11811299