Bhagwat Gita
Gita's Spiritual Wisdom
Bhagwat Gita
The Bhagavad Gita, often referred to as the Gita, is a sacred Hindu scripture that is part of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. It is a 700-verse dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, who serves as his charioteer and guide.
The Bhagavad Gita is set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, just before the great Kurukshetra War. Arjuna, a skilled warrior, becomes overwhelmed with moral dilemma and compassion upon seeing his friends and relatives on the opposing side of the war. He hesitates and questions the righteousness of fighting.
Krishna imparts divine wisdom and guidance to Arjuna, addressing his doubts, fears, and ethical concerns. The dialogue covers various aspects of life, duty, righteousness, devotion, self-realization, and the nature of the soul. Krishna emphasizes the importance of fulfilling one's responsibilities, performing actions selflessly, and maintaining a spiritual connection with the divine.
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