Perennial Psychology of the Bhagavad Gita

by Swami Rama

Overview

The Bhagavad Gita is the fountainhead of Eastern psychology, and this new, authoritative translation and commentary is designed to draw out the psychological concepts of this immortal text and make them accesible to all students. In clear and straightforward language the author focuses on the relevance of these principles to today's world and explains their practical application in daily life. The author shows how each of the eighteen chapters of the Bhagavad Gita constitutes a separate lesson in truth and life. Each chapter describes a different aspect of the process of Self-realization, and the practices themselves progress toward the goal of life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780893893064
Publisher:	Himalayan Institute Press
Publication date:	01/28/1985
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	11 MB
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Introduction

The Perennial Psychology of the Bhagavad Gita deals with analyzing and training the internal states of the human being so that one can be active in the external world while maintaining a state of tranquility. The outside world can be mastered only when the inner potentials are systematically explored and organized.... The present commentary addresses the practical application of the many facets of the Bhagavad Gita's teachings. It does not exclusively emphasize action, devotion, or renunciation but delves into the way in which each of the paths and practices described on the Bhagavad Gita may be utilized to attain the absolute.

Editorial Reviews

Emphasizes the practical application of the several facets of the teachings ... Gives deep insight into the philosophy of life and its practical application.

Organiser

Sophisticated, complete and clear.

The Milwaukee Journal

Sophisticated, complete and clear. --The Milwaukee Journal

Milwaukee Journal

A unique and important book where East and West join hands. --ARE Bookstore

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